Patents Examined by Louanne Krawczewicz Myers
  • plant named ‘CIFZ0028’
    Patent number: PP23012
    Abstract: A new Chrysanthemum plant named ‘CIFZ0028’ particularly distinguished by the medium to large sized white anemone-type inflorescences with yellow and white discs, medium green foliage, round and mounded plant habit, with a natural flowering season response of early September.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: Syngenta Crop Protection AG
    Inventor: Mark A. Smith
  • plant named ‘Mickie’
    Patent number: PP23024
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Cistus plant characterized by gold leaves with green centers, very stable leaf variegation, a low, mounding habit, and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Inventor: John C. Pavlich
  • New Guinea plant named ‘Duemagwiblu’
    Patent number: PP23032
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Impatiens plant named ‘Duemagwiblu’ characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading growth habit; mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; relatively vigorous growth habit; dark green-colored leaves; freely and early flowering habit; large light pink-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Capital Green Investments Ltd.
    Inventor: Tobias Dümmen
  • plant named ‘Lomlon’
    Patent number: PP23034
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Lomandra plant named ‘Lomlon’ that is characterized by narrow flat green leaves, the absence of dead or brown leaves and vigorous growth in a variety of soil types.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Bushland Flora
    Inventor: Ian Shimmen
  • plant named ‘Hoobenihime’
    Patent number: PP23055
    Abstract: A Petunia variety named ‘Hoobenihime’ particularly distinguished by having red-purple flowers with a dark purple edge and small flower size is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignee: Sakata Seed Corporation
    Inventors: Koji Goto, Fusako Goto, Susumu Goto
  • plant named ‘Novanepjun’
    Patent number: PP23074
    Abstract: The present Nepeta plant was created by the gamma-ray mutagenesis of the ‘Walker's Low’ variety. A low mounding growth habit is displayed which is lower than that of the ‘Walker's Low’ variety. The foliage is medium green and provides a mint fragrance. Attractive generally upright purple-violet flowers are formed in abundance over an extended period of time. The plant can be grown to advantage as attractive ornamentation in parks, gardens, and residential settings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Novaflora Inc.
    Inventor: Michael S. Dobres
  • Interspecific tree named ‘Kylese’
    Patent number: PP23123
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree, the fruit is characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif. with Standard commercial fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying, irrigation and fertilization. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features: 1. Fruit with an attractive orange skin color. 2. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 3. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 4. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 5. Fruit with good handling and shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific rootstock tree named ‘Newroot-2’
    Patent number: PP23124
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific rootstock tree grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., with standard commercial nursery practices. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features in a new rootstock variety: 1. The ability to produce roots from dormant hardwood cuttings when planted directly in the field. 2. Well anchored root system. 3. Vigorous upright growth. 4. Has scion compatibility with plums, peaches and nectarines. 5. Rapid initiation of roots facilitates early spring budding in nursery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • plant named ‘MACANE001’
    Patent number: PP23132
    Abstract: A distinct new cultivar of Anemone plant named ‘MACANE001’, characterized by an exceptionally long flowering season, upright, vigorous, free flowering and perennial plant habit with large white flowers having bluish violet banding on the reverse of the sepals. The new cultivar is an Anemone typically suited for ornamental container and landscape use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Inventors: Elizabeth MacGregor, Alasdair John MacGregor
  • New Guinea impatiens plant named ‘Duepetauber’
    Patent number: PP23137
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Impatiens plant named ‘Duepetauber’ characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading growth habit; mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; dark green-colored leaves; freely and early flowering habit; red purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Capital Green Investments Ltd.
    Inventor: Tobias Dümmen
  • plant named ‘DARGY31’
    Patent number: PP23142
    Abstract: A new and distinct Argyranthemum cultivar named ‘DARGY31’ is disclosed, characterized by abundant, early flowering and a yellow petal color. The new variety is a Argyranthemum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Inventor: Gavriel Danziger
  • plant named ‘Fire Storm’
    Patent number: PP23179
    Abstract: A new and distinct Geum plant named ‘Fire Storm’ characterized by orange flower color, large, double flowers, a compact, upright habit, long bloom time, and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Harini Korlipara
  • plant named ‘Sunpararosta’
    Patent number: PP23213
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mandevilla plant named ‘Sunpararosta’, characterized by its compact and vining plant habit; vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit and short internodes, dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; long flowering period; and medium-sized dark pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Suntory Flowers Ltd.
    Inventor: Tomoya Misato
  • plant named ‘Margo White’
    Patent number: PP23217
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Margo White’, characterized by its compact, upright, outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plant habit; uniform, early and freely flowering habit; medium-sized daisy-type inflorescences with white-colored ray florets; and excellent garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Pouaty B.V.B.A.
    Inventor: Dirk Pieters
  • plant named ‘Keira’
    Patent number: PP23223
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named ‘Keira’, characterized by its medium in size; upright, uniform and moderately vigorous growth habit; medium-sized dark green-colored leaves with crenate margins; uniform and freely flowering habit; single medium-sized white-colored flowers; and excellent postproduction longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Knud Jepsen A/S
    Inventor: Knud Jepsen
  • plant named ‘ELEORAN’
    Patent number: PP23247
    Abstract: A new and distinct Lantana cultivar named ‘ELEORAN’ is disclosed, characterized by a short, dense plant habit. The new variety produces light orange flowers held just above the top of the canopy of the plant. Plants are highly floriferous and resist stretching under dense growing conditions. The new variety is a Lantana, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2012
    Inventor: Mitch Donahue
  • plant named ‘Barseventy’
    Patent number: PP23263
    Abstract: A new phlox plant named ‘Barseventy’ particularly distinguished by its light pink flowers and outstanding plant vigor, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Assignee: Bartels Breeding B.V.
    Inventor: Gosen B. H. Bartels
  • Floribunda rose plant named ‘WEKbijou’
    Patent number: PP23269
    Abstract: A new variety of Floribunda rose suitable for garden decoration, having flowers of milk chocolate changing to lavender coloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Weeks Roses
    Inventor: Christian Bédard
  • plant named ‘B's Knees’
    Patent number: PP23284
    Abstract: A new cultivar of hybrid Echinacea, ‘B's Knees’, characterized by its leaves that are lanceolate in shape with a shiny leaf surface, its sturdy stems that reach about 60 cm in height, its inflorescences with ray florets that are dark pink in color, and its continuous bloom from June to August with rebloom if spent blossoms are removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Sunny Border Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Marc Richard Laviana
  • plant named ‘Delilah’
    Patent number: PP23306
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Dieffenbachia plant named ‘Delilah’, that is characterized by its foliage that is variegated with bright creamy white centers, dark green margins, and variable marbling of dark and bright green in the centers, its wide, compact leaf petioles that are variegated with mottling of green and white, its ability to readily produce new shoots resulting in a full and compact plant habit and its thick leaves that impart resistance to insects and diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: J. Glenn Barnes