Patents Assigned to Plant Development Services Inc.
  • Patent number: PP27082
    Abstract: A new and distinct Rhododendron cultivar named ‘QBackA’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive large, fragrant, orange and orange-red flowers. Plants are deciduous, tolerant of heat and humidity, tolerant of mildew and begin blooming before foliage emerges. The new cultivar is a Rhododendron, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP27470
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Azalea plant named ‘Lazamorav’, characterized by its light lavender-colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, moderately vigorous, compact, upright-mounded growth habit, and strong multi-seasonal reblooming, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignees: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP27521
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Azalea plant named ‘Lazamoropi’, characterized by its medium purple-colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, moderately vigorous, semi-upright growth habit, and strong multi-seasonal reblooming, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignees: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP27522
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Azalea plant named ‘Lazamorink’, characterized by its semi-double type, deep pink-colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, moderately vigorous, compact, upright-mounded growth habit and strong multi-seasonal reblooming, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignees: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP27523
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Azalea plant named ‘Lazamored’, characterized by its medium red-orange colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, moderately vigorous, upright-mounded growth habit and strong multi-seasonal reblooming, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignees: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP28279
    Abstract: A new and distinct Rhododendron cultivar named ‘ROBLEZ’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive semi-double red flowers. Plants bloom Spring, Summer and Fall and exhibit good tolerance for both hot and cold conditions. The new cultivar is a Rhododendron, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP29751
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hydrangea cultivar named ‘LEEP2’ is disclosed, characterized by a large, conical inflorescence composed of clear white sterile flowers. Plants are mounding in habit, tolerate heat well and are easy to propagate. Branches are strong, reducing lodging over.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP29770
    Abstract: A new and distinct Rhododendron cultivar named ‘ROBLEZA’ is disclosed, characterized by upright fast growing, compact plants. Flowers are clear, bright red and occur as either single or double forms on the plant. Plants bloom Spring, Summer and Fall and exhibit good tolerance for both hot and cold conditions. The new cultivar is a Rhododendron, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP29799
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ilex cultivar named ‘BLH01’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive low growing, compact habit. Plants are very well suited for performance in the landscape, including as a specimen plant or a hedge. The new cultivar is a Ilex, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2018
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP29937
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘COMPACT01’ is disclosed, characterized by a small foliage, typically around ? the size of the typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Plants are distinctively short and compact, having an internode length on average about ½ the size of typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Growth is controlled and compact, reducing maintenance within the landscape. The new variety is a Viburnum odoratissimum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Klinger, Jr.
  • Patent number: PP30235
    Abstract: A new and distinct Rhododendron cultivar named ‘HOLDEN52’ is disclosed, characterized by colorful rose-pink flowers with definite white and light pink patterning. Plants are heat tolerant to USDA zone 9 and cold hardy to Zone 5. Resistance to Phytophthora root rot has been observed. Plants have a dense, mounded habit and dark green, glossy mature foliage. The new cultivar is a Rhododendron, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc
    Inventor: Stephen Krebs
  • Patent number: PP30355
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘BLV01’ is disclosed, characterized by profuse white blooms in the Spring and heavy fruit set of red drupes in the Fall, persisting through the Winter. Plants have a moderate, controlled growth habit and tolerate environment stressors well. The new variety is a Viburnum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP30449
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘BRANT01’ is disclosed, characterized by a compact plant habit and distinctive bronze new foliage. The new variety is a Viburnum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Klinger, Jr.
  • Patent number: PP30451
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ilex cultivar named ‘MAGDEN’ is disclosed, characterized by stable and distinctive yellow to yellow-green and green variegation. Foliage is distinctively oak leaf shaped. Plant growth is controlled and less vigorous than the parent variety. Plants are very well suited for performance in the landscape, including as a specimen plant or a hedge. The new cultivar is an Ilex, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP30565
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hydrangea cultivar named ‘BIV01’ is disclosed, characterized by a an exceptionally dense inflorescence with tightly held individual flowers forming a spongey texture. Plants can be grown in sun or partial shade. The new variety is a Hydrangea, normally produced as an ornamental plant for containers or gardens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Tara Bivin
  • Patent number: PP30890
    Abstract: A new and distinct Buxus cultivar named ‘BHGC01’ is disclosed, characterized by a distinctive a globular growth habit and good performance in shade. Plants grow slowly, have dark green foliage. Foliage is distinctly elongated. The new cultivar is a Buxus, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Gabriel Cesarini
  • Patent number: PP31383
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ternstroemia cultivar named ‘BLTG01’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive dark green with a strong red-bronze flush when immature. Plants have a compact habit and are easily maintained in the landscape with minimal pruning. Leaves hold up well in direct sunlight with minimal leaf yellowing or scorching. The new cultivar is a Ternstroemia, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Lee
  • Patent number: PP32786
    Abstract: A new and distinctive Rhaphiolepis indica plant, characterized by its compact, mounding form, unique branching structure, and white flowers flushed with pink at first opening. Plants grow wider than tall, are drought tolerant, and do not require pruning. Cold tolerance has been observed to USDA Zone 7B. In container culture, plants are observed to have a superior shelf-life. The new plant is a Rhaphiolepis, typically useful as a landscape plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2021
    Assignee: PLANT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INC
    Inventor: Ralph C Rushing
  • Patent number: PP34752
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Thuja plant named ‘BLTP’ is disclosed, characterized by a controlled growth habit and fresh green foliage color year-round. Plants of ‘BLTP’ have been observed to grow to 10 to 13 feet tall at ten years of age, shorter than most commercial varieties. Pruning is not needed to maintain and attractive landscape plant. Tolerance for Thuja Blight and humidity have been observed in the new variety. The new cultivar is a Thuja, suitable for horticultural purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee
  • Patent number: PP35147
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Azalea plant, referred to by its cultivar name, ‘Lazamorwhi’, is disclosed. The new variety forms attractive, solid white-colored single inflorescences. Attractive medium-green colored foliage is formed, which contrasts beautifully with the flowers. A moderately vigorous, mounding, globose, upright growth habit is displayed. The new variety is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in the landscape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2023
    Assignees: Plant Development Services, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Edward Lee