Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of improving heat stress tolerance in plants comprising applying an effective amount of 1-amino-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic acid to the plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant, referred to by its cultivar name, ‘MEIJOVAUX’, is disclosed. The new variety forms attractive, semi-double creamy pink with a creamy yellow center colored flowers. Attractive rather dense with a semi-glossy aspect foliage is formed, which contrasts beautifully with the blossoms. A ground cover growth habit is displayed. The new variety is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in the landscape.

Abstract: ‘DALBG 1201’ is an F1 hybrid bluegrass with exceptional turfgrass quality, dark green color, high shoot density, medium-fine leaf texture, and ability to persist under a range of environmental stresses typically encountered in the southern United States.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Delphinium plant named ‘ET DLP 807’, characterized by its relatively compact, upright and sturdy plant habit; relatively short internodes; dark green-colored leaves; freely flowering habit; moderately strong to strong flowering stems with dense inflorescences with numerous purple violet-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of southern wax myrtle, Myrica cerifera, which has been given the cultivar name ‘Whit XXIX’ is characterized by an upright growth habit with dense evergreen foliage which is aromatic and resistant to damage by white tail deer and tolerant to cold down to ?18 F. Foliage is dense, with the many broad flat leaves making it effective as a visual barrier as well as noise reduction. The new cultivar ‘Whit XXIX’ has more dense branching and more leaves compared to other plants of similar size and age, with branches primarily produced on the second (summer) flush.

Abstract: A new garden rose plant of the Miniature class which has abundant, red-purple flowers and attractive foliage. This new and distinct variety has shown to be uniform and stable in the resulting generations from asexual propagation.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Viburnum plant named ‘ILVOAWAI’ is disclosed, characterized by a very compact, broad, spherical shape, flowers beginning with a pink blush, turning to white. Autumn foliage is greyed-red. The new variety is a Viburnum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘HI SKY’, characterized by its upright and broadly spreading plant habit; freely branching habit; strong and sturdy stems; freely flowering habit; large and dense inflorescences with purplish pink-colored sterile flowers; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘RB A097’ is provided. ‘RB A097’ is a commercial low chill tetraploid southern highbush blueberry (Vaccinium) variety intended for the fresh fruit market. Thus, ‘RB A097’ is best suited for production in low chill climates similar to Southern Spain.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Callistemon plant named ‘CNU01’ which is characterized by the combination of an upright growth habit, an abundance of relatively small leaves, oblong inflorescence comprised of an abundance of white flowers, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.

Abstract: A new and distinct groundcover Rosa plant named ‘RUIRJ0110A’ is disclosed, characterized by abundant magenta, single flowers. Plants are bushy, compact and low growing, suitable for groundcover use. Plants exhibit both good reflowering and abundant production of hips. The new variety is a Rosa, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of peach tree plant named ‘UFSol’. This new cultivar has a low winter chilling requirement estimated at 200 chill units (cu). The tree is medium size, moderately vigorous, and semi-spreading in growth habit. It bears showy, light pink flowers, and leaves have reniform glands. Trees of ‘UFSol’ are self-fertile and regularly bear heavy annual crops of early season fruit that are of large size for its ripening season. Fruit are uniformly firm and yellow with non-melting, clingstone flesh. Fruit are nearly slightly oval, and uniform with a substantially symmetrical shape, have an attractive golden yellow skin. The fruit of ‘UFSol’ ripen in approximately the third week in April in Gainesville, Fla.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mandevilla plant named ‘LVDIP1805’, characterized by its relatively compact, upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; single deep red-colored flowers; and good container performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gaura plant named ‘DOGAURGRAPI’, characterized by its compact and upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; vigorous growth habit and rapid growth rate; freely branching habit; freely flowering habit; bright pink-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Rudbeckia plant having a compact growth habit and large, rich yellow blooms with a dark brown center.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of peach tree plant named ‘UFRuby’. This new cultivar has a moderate winter chilling requirement estimated at 200 chill units (cu). The tree is medium size, moderately vigorous, and semi-spreading in growth habit. It bears showy, pink flowers, and leaves have reniform glands. Trees of ‘UFRuby’ are self-fertile and regularly bear heavy annual crops of early season fruit that are of medium size (approximately 118 g) for its ripening season. Fruit are clingstone, uniformly firm with non-melting white and smooth-textured flesh. Fruit are nearly round, and uniform with a substantially symmetrical shape, have an attractive 60%-70% red skin, ripen evenly, and are of high eating quality. The fruit of ‘UFRuby’ usually ripen in late April in Gainesville, Fla.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Callistemon plant named ‘CNU07’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact and rotund growth habit, oblong inflorescence comprised of an abundance of white flowers, and the stability of all characteristics from generation to generation.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘HIVAL’, characterized by its upright and broadly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous and moderate growth rate; freely branching habit; strong and sturdy stems; dark green-colored leaves; freely flowering habit; large and dense inflorescences with white-colored sterile flowers; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘HIOCE’, characterized by its upright and broadly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit and moderate growth rate; freely branching habit; strong and sturdy stems; dark green-colored leaves; freely flowering habit; large and dense inflorescences with purplish red-colored sterile flowers; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new Verbena plant particularly distinguished by a semi-mounding to spreading plant habit and red-purple, purple-violet and white flowers, is disclosed.