Patents Examined by Howard J. Locker
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Pink Refocus’
    Patent number: PP13447
    Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Pink Refocus characterized by its small sized blooms with pink ray florets and green-yellow disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: Chrysanthemum Breeders Association N.V.
    Inventor: Robert Noodelijk
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Light Mood’
    Patent number: PP13483
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Light Mood’, characterized by its large quilled decorative-type inflorescences that are about 13.75 cm in diameter; attractive golden yellow-colored inflorescences; response time about 61 days; dark green foliage; strong and thick stems; and excellent postproduction longevity with inflorescences maintaining good substance and color for about three to four weeks in an interior environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Assignee: Yoder Brothers, Inc.
    Inventor: Cornelis P. Vandenberg
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Anastasia’
    Patent number: PP13550
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Anastasia’, characterized by its large quilled spider double-type inflorescences with white ray florets; numerous ray florets and few inconspicuous disc florets; dark green foliage; strong flowering stems; low number of lateral branches; short response time; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignee: Deliflor Chrysanten B.V.
    Inventor: Jan Hoek
  • Miniature rose plant named ‘POULmoon’
    Patent number: PP13658
    Abstract: A new miniature rose plant which has abundant yellow flowers and attractive foliage. The variety successfully propagates from softwood cuttings and is suitable for year round production in commercial glasshouses. This new and distinct variety has shown to be uniform and stable in the resulting generations from asexual propagation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Assignee: Poulsen Roser ApS
    Inventors: L. Pernille Olesen, Mogens N. Olesen
  • Poinsettia plant named ‘Fispue White’
    Patent number: PP13659
    Abstract: The cultivar ‘Fispue White’ is characterized by uniform cream-white bract color; ovate bracts which are slightly folded forming a horizontally or somewhat upward-directed inflorescence with almost no gaps in the arrangement of the bracts around the cluster of cyathia; intensely green foliage and leaves almost without any lobes; medium-tall, relatively compact and well-branched plant habit; and relatively good rooting characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Assignee: Florfis AG
    Inventor: Katharina Zerr
  • Floribunda rose plant named ‘JACturpl’
    Patent number: PP13777
    Abstract: Floribunda rose plant having a strong fragrance similar to a gardenia; long stems; strong, upright growth; dark green, glossy foliage; and rich near-purple, and white striped flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2003
    Assignee: Jackson & Perkins Wholesale, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith W. Zary
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Sunny Yomarilyn’
    Patent number: PP13846
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Sunny Yomarilyn’, characterized by its upright plant habit; freely branching growth habit; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences; and bright yellow ray florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Assignee: Yoder Brothers, Inc.
    Inventor: Cornelis P. Vandenberg
  • Brunnera macrophylla plant named ‘Jack Frost’
    Patent number: PP13859
    Abstract: The new and distinctive cultivar of Brunnera named ‘Jack Frost’ characterized by an intense silver coating on top of the leaves with contrasting green veining and leaf edges, and light blue flowers in the spring, suitable for landscape or potted culture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Inventor: John D. Walters
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yopresidio’
    Patent number: PP13896
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yopresidio’, characterized by its uniform plant habit; strong and freely branching growth habit; dark green foliage; uniform and freely flowering habit; early flowering, eight-week response time; decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11.2 cm in diameter; pink-colored ray florets; good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for about three to four weeks in an interior environment; and tolerance to high production temperatures and low light conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Assignee: Yoder Brothers, Inc.
    Inventor: Wendy R. Bergman
  • Lavatera plant named ‘Red Rum’
    Patent number: PP13898
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Lavatera named ‘Red Rum’ that is characterized by a compact habit, dark stems and red flowers in terminal clusters. In combination these traits set ‘Red Rum’ apart from all other existing varieties of Lavatera known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Inventor: Ken Rigney
  • Hybrid tea rose plant named ‘JACworro’
    Patent number: PP13925
    Abstract: Hybrid tea rose plant having a light yellow flower color, good flower form, anise fragrance, long cut flower vase life, vigorous upright growth habit and large bloom size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2003
    Assignee: Jackson & Perkins Wholesale, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith W. Zary
  • Shrub rose plant named ‘Morden Sunrise’
    Patent number: PP13969
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of shrub rose plant of relatively small stature is provided which forms in clusters attractive semi-double slightly concave yellow-orange blossoms that display a strong fragrance. The blossoming occurs substantially continuously over a long duration. An open and erect growth habit is exhibited. The foliage is glossy dark green and contrasts nicely with the yellow range blossoms. The plant propagates well by the use of softwood cuttings and possesses good winter hardiness. Good disease resistance particularly to blackspot is exhibited. It is particularly well suited for growing as an individual plant or as a mass planting to create ornamentation in the landscape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2003
    Assignee: Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada as represented by the Minister of Agriculture
    Inventor: Campbell G. Davidson
  • Floribunda rose plant named ‘Meistadi’
    Patent number: PP14017
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Floribunda Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double purple-violet blossoms that well retain their coloration. The buds are globular in configuration and are borne on strong stems that are capable of supporting a heavy inflorescence. A bushy growth habit is exhibited. The foliage is rather dense and dark green and contrasts nicely with the purple-violet blossoms. The plant is well suited for the production of cut floral sprays under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Hybrid Tea rose plant named ‘Meikarouz’
    Patent number: PP14039
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive fragrant very double blossoms that are velvety dark red in coloration. The plant exhibits a semi-upright growth habit, dense medium green semi-glossy foliage, and good vigor. A strong fragrance also is displayed. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape such as in parks and gardens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Cayenne’
    Patent number: PP14051
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Cayenne’, characterized by its daisy inflorescence form with dark red-colored ray florets; dark green foliage; strong flowering stems; freely flowering habit; short response time; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2003
    Assignee: Deliflor Royalty B.V.
    Inventor: Arie Gerard Post
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Zembla’
    Patent number: PP14052
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Zembla’, characterized by its decorative inflorescence form with white-colored ray florets; dark green foliage; strong flowering stems; freely flowering habit; short response time; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2003
    Assignee: Deliflor Royalty B.V.
    Inventor: Arie Gerard Post
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Managua’
    Patent number: PP14053
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Managua’, characterized by its daisy inflorescence form with dark orange-colored ray florets; dark green foliage; strong flowering stems; freely flowering habit; short response time; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2003
    Assignee: Deliflor Royalty B.V.
    Inventor: Arie Gerard Post
  • Variety of calla lily named ‘Red Sox’
    Patent number: PP14063
    Abstract: ‘Red Sox’ is a new variety of calla lily having a large flower with a scarlet-red colored spathe and producing 1-4 flowers per tuber. The leaves are a spotted medium green color with a leathery texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Assignee: Puke Karoro Exotics Limited
    Inventor: Trevor Brljevich
  • Hybrid Tea rose plant named ‘Meitizado’
    Patent number: PP14064
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive very double bicolored blossoms that are variegated orange on the upper surface and yellow on the under surface. The plant exhibits an erect growth habit, very rigid stems, dense semi-glossy decorative dark green foliage, and good resistance to Powdery Mildew and Botrytis. The attractive dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for cut flower production under standard greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Miniature rose plant named ‘Meijelior’
    Patent number: PP14069
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the dwarf Miniature Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double blossoms that are a blend of pale orange on the upper surface and pale pink on the undersurface. The growth habit is bushy, low and compact. Very dense medium green semi-glossy foliage is formed that contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The new variety is well suited for pot forcing under greenhouse growing conditions to form a distinctive gift plant. There is no particular sensitivity to diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland