Abstract: A first plant species or a part thereof may be produced which has stably and heritably integrated therein one or more endophytic fungi which are derived from a second, different plant species. This first plant species is not a host plant for the endophytic fungi in nature. These resultant first plant species containing the endophytic fungi exhibit substantially increased vigor, altered morphology and chemistry, and increased reproductive potential compared to non-treated controls.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing a true-to-type clone of an Aloe b?rb?densis mother plant by selecting an Aloe b?rb?densis mother plant; isolating a meristematic explant from the plant; culturing the meristematic explant in initiation medium to generate shoots, where the media lacks hormones; culturing the shoots in proliferation and elongation medium to generate elongated shoots, where the proliferation and elongation media comprises benzyl adenine (BA) and indole butyric acid (IBA); culturing the elongated shoots in rooting medium to generate plantlets, where the media lacks hormones; and culturing the plantlets to product a true-to-type clone of the Aloe b?rb?densis mother plant.

Abstract: A method of mass producing potato seedlings, involves collecting growing points of seed potatoes and culturing the growing points in a liquid or solid medium; introducing in vitro plantlets obtained from the culture of the growing points to solid culture; and removing the in vitro plantlets from the solid culture, and planting through stem cutting and acclimatizing the in vitro plantlets in deep flow culture, in which a nutrient solution is circulating. Upon planting in hydroponic facilities, such potato seedlings have high adaptability to the external environment and thus rapidly, uniformly generate roots in a short time. The rapid root anchoring prevents planted seedlings from withering, leading to death, growing poorly, and the like. The direct planting of in vitro plantlets through stem cutting without a separate acclimatization process shortens the overall production period of potato seedlings by omitting the acclimatization process.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Duetimhopi’, characterized by its compact, upright and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; and daisy-type inflorescences with elongated oblong-shaped ray florets that are red purple in color.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Duetirevel’, characterized by its compact, upright and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; and daisy-type inflorescences with elongated oblong-shaped ray florets that are dark red purple in color.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Pennisetum alopecuroides plant named ‘PAV300’ is characterized by its semi-dwarf and compact, dense growth habit with green-white variegated leaves that are finer and more narrow than other varieties of Pennisetum alopecuroides. ‘PAV300’ is further characterized by a medium-sized inflorescence which is green with a purple tinge.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Phygelius plant named ‘Lemon Teardrops’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; numerous light yellow-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh. variety of apple tree named ‘CIVNIRED S’, particularly characterized by deep bright red, striped skin color of mature fruit; more intense and extension overcolor of mature fruit; outstanding eating quality (taste and crispness) of mature fruit; and excellent shelf life of mature fruit.

Abstract: A new Impatiens plant named ‘Imspewhit,’ characterized particularly as to novelty by a flat and strong outward spreading growth habit, freely branching with branches that tend to grow horizontally, resulting in a big and floriferous plant with large white flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Impatiens plant named ‘Duesweetblust’, characterized by its compact, 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; large light and dark red purple bi-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Salvia plant named ‘Endless Love’, characterized by its compact, upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; strong and vigorous growth habit; freely flowering habit; and violet blue- colored flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct Clematis cultivar named ‘Jenmar’ is disclosed, characterized by very compact plant growth and continuous flowering from May through September. Flowers have a distinctive undulating margin. Additionally, the plant has not been observed to produce any seed, and is considered sterile. The new cultivar is a Clematis, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A southern highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) variety particularly distinguished by a very low chilling requirement (200 hours below 7° C.) with prolific early-spring leafing, a vigorous bush, a very early ripening (50% ripe berries in north Florida about April 21), and berries that are firm, sweet, and aromatic in flavor.

Abstract: A new apple tree named ‘Daligris’ is disclosed. The fruit of the new variety is particularly notable for its eating quality and distinctive flavor and appearance. The fruit is very sweet and has a pronounced aniseed flavor, and takes on a distinctive red orange coloration as it ripens on the tree.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Campanula plant named ‘CBO 1’, characterized by its upright to spreading plant habit; dense and bushy plant form, mainly due to less upright stems; vigorous growth habit; no need for vernalization for flower induction; shorter cultivation period; and single, violet colored bell-shaped flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Loropetalum chinense plant named ‘Shang-white’ characterized by its dense, globose growth habit, dark green foliage color, and abundance of white flowers is disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct Clematis cultivar named ‘Dorami’ is disclosed, characterized by very compact plant growth and continuous flowering from May through September, with flower buds continuously produced from the leaf axils. Flowers are distinctively Violet-Blue in color. The new cultivar is a Clematis, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A New Guinea Impatiens plant particularly distinguished by having deep rose flowers, a compact growth habit, and strong root system is disclosed.

Abstract: A New Guinea Impatiens plant particularly distinguished by having magenta flowers, a small, tight plant frame, and strong root system is disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Echinacea plant named ‘Pink Mist’, particularly distinguished by red-purple colored ray florets, floriferous, compact habit, healthy, abundant foliage, and good mildew resistance, is disclosed.