Abstract: A process of priming mature, imbibed, germinated somatic embryos of a conifer species. The process comprises fully immersing mature, imbibed, germinated somatic conifer embryos in a sterile liquid nutrient medium, bubbling an oxygen-containing gas through the liquid nutrient medium containing the germinants to form an aerated embryo-containing nutrient medium, optionally exposing the aerated germinant-containing nutrient medium to light, at least intermittently, continuing the immersion, bubbling and optional exposure to light for a period of time effective to produce at least some successfully primed conifer germinants that are adapted for subsequent planting and conversion to viable seedlings, and removing the successfully primed conifer germinants from the nutrient medium.

Abstract: A new and distinct Daphne cultivar named ‘Rogbret’ is disclosed, characterized by variegated leaves with a distinctive large yellow band on margin, resistance to deciduousness in winter months, making the new cultivar a true evergreen and an open, spreading plant habit. The new cultivar is a Daphne, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A Euonymus variety particularly distinguished by a spreading to broad upright growth habit, a flattened globular plant shape with low to moderate vigor, young shoots colored light yellow-green and fading to deep yellow, and dark green mature foliage, is disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of cactus pear having the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. A fruit with a purple colored edible interior portion. 2. An average Brix of 14.9% 3. An average firmness of the pulp of 3.0 lb 4. An average pulp percentage of 48%. 5. A fruit weight ranging from 130 to 200 g.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of cherry tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Mahaleb’ 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 maturing in the early season. 2. Regular production of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 5. Fruit remaining firm on the tree 7 to 10 days past maturity (shipping ripe). 6. Vigorous, upright tree growth.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Veronica plant named ‘Atomic Blue’, particularly distinguished by dark violet-blue colored flowers, compact habit, healthy foliage, and good mildew and rust resistance, is disclosed.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Antirrhinum, ‘Snap Daddy Yellow’, characterized by its variegated foliage with distinct cream-colored margins and soft, sea green centers, its yellow flowers, and its high degree of heat tolerance with a long blooming period in the southeast region of the U.S.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named ‘Selfoss’, characterized by its semi-pendulous and mounded plant habit; freely basal branching habit; relatively small leaves; freely and continuously flowering habit; and single and semi-double flowers that are white in color.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Begonia boliviensis named ‘YADEV’, characterized by its large single red flowers, its compact, freely branched and pendulant plant habit and its ease of propagation.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemagaurd’ 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 very good flavor and eating quality. 3. Fruit with an average Brix of 18.0° and a good balance between acid and sugar. 4. Regular and productive bearer of fruit. 5. Vigorous, semi-spreading tree growth.

Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumforty’ is characterized by ripening mid-season. The new variety is further characterized by dark skin and reddish flesh color.

Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumthirtynine’ is characterized by ripening very late in the harvest season, about three weeks later than ‘Suplumsix’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,747). The new variety is further characterized by relatively large-sized fruit for the season and amber-colored flesh.

Abstract: A new and distinct Mandevilla plant named ‘Tsurumarunoaka5155’ of upright and vining plant habit, relatively small glossy foliage, freely branching habit, freely flowering habit, and being in full flower around Mother's Day as illustrated.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Veronica plant named ‘Atomic Lilac’, particularly distinguished by lilac-colored flowers, compact habit, healthy foliage, and good mildew and rust resistance, is disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘Oak Red’, characterized by its upright, somewhat, outwardly spreading and dense and bushy plant habit; dark green-colored oakleaf-shaped leaves; freely flowering habit; large red-colored flowers; and good flower longevity.

Abstract: The new and distinct cultivar of perennial Carnation or Pinks, Dianthus plant named ‘Coconut Punch’ with fragrant highly double flowers, petals with a reddish purple margin zone and petal limb base, with highly contrasting white petal center and thin white rim. Dianthus ‘Coconut Punch’ is tolerant of high temperatures and resists center die out.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Alstroemeria plant named ‘Zalsance’, characterized by its erect and strong flowering stems; vigorous growth habit; orange red-colored flowers; and excellent postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Cosmos plant named ‘3013/01’ which exhibits a compact habit and which bears dark maroon colored flowers from late spring through late summer. In combination these traits set ‘3013/01’ apart from all other existing varieties of Cosmos known to the inventor.

Abstract: ‘EUC78’ is a distinctive variety of Eucalyptus cladocalyx, which is characterized by its combination of red purple foliar coloration including immature and intermediate leaves, stems and bark. ‘EUC78’ has use as an ornamental tree in landscape and amenity horticulture and as cut foliage for the floral industries.

Abstract: A new and distinct Echinacea plant named ‘Coral Reef’ characterized by medium large, dark orange to coral ray florets, enlarged coral red disc florets forming an anemone-type inflorescence, well-branched flower stalks, and excellent vigor.