Abstract: A new and distinct low-chill tetraploid highbush blueberry (Vacinnium) variety of complex ancestry, based largely on V. corymbosum L with some genes from V. darrowi Camp. Its novelty consists of the following unique combination of features: 1. Produces a bush that is upright, but somewhat spreading. 2. Has a medium level of resistance to cane canker (Botryosphaeria corticis), stem blight (Botryosphaeria dothidia), and root rot (Phytophthora cinnamomi). 3. Flowers very early in north central Florida (Gainesville). Date of full bloom in Gainesville averages about February 10, seven days before ‘Sharpblue’ (an unpatented variety that is widely grown in Florida). 4. Produces numerous flower buds and flowers heavily and synchronously in areas that receive 250 hours or more of temperatures below 45° F. per winter. 5. Ripens 5-7 days earlier than ‘Sharpblue’. First commercial harvest averages April 15 in Gainesville, Fla., and peak harvest is about April 25. 6.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Impatiens plant named ‘Danharroyrd’ characterized by having round, red flowers borne above the foliage, vigorous branching, green foliage, and numerous flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of plum tree (i.e., Prunus domestica) is provided that forms in abundance attractive dark red mature fruit that is more long than round. The fruit flesh possesses a crisp firmness and is of a nicely contrasting light yellow coloration. The fruit base well resists cracking at the suture line and the fruit commonly is readly for harvest at approximately August 10.sup.th to 20.sup.th at Fresno, Calif. The new cultivar is not self-fruiting and requires another plum tree for fertilization. The fruit crop formed on the new cultivar possesses mild to sweet taste, handles well, keeps well, and ships well.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Panicum plant named `Dallas Blues`, characterized by its large grayed blue-green leaves; large, dense plant habit; moderate to vigorous growth rate; late flowering; rich winter foliage color; and very large panicles that are maintained throughout the winter and into the spring providing ornamental interest.

Abstract: The unique new mutation of Hosta `Hadspen Blue` characterized by a wide jagged margin of creamy-yellow to creamy-white on a blue-green leaf named Hosta `Aristocrat`.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gerbera plant named `Terhertz`, as illustrated and described, characterized by its single type, warm red uniformly colored ray florets, distinctive purple disc before flowering of the disc florets, a clearly visible ray of tips of styles and stigmas, and 110 till 120 mm overall flower diameter.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gerbera plant named `Tereros`, as illustrated and described, characterized by its semi-double type, the special combination of the colors yellow and orange throughout the flower in nice contrast to the small brown/purple disc, the light yellow styles and anthers, an overall flower diameter of 100 mm and with flowers of extreme good quality.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a Petunia plant, having a semi-decumbent growth habit and long stems. The Petunia plant has abundant branching, with strong secondary branching, and a great profusion of blooms. The whole bush remains in bloom for a considerable period of time. The flowers are single and very small, the bi-colored petals have a vivid purplish red streak on a brilliant yellow base color. The bottom coloration of the corolla throat is strong yellow and the outside color of the corolla tube is light greenish yellow. The plant has a high resistance to rain, heat, drought and pests such as mites and aphids.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apple tree which can be used as an apple dwarfing rootstock. The apple tree is capable of reproduction from hardwood cuttings, exhibits excellent disease and insect resistance, particularly against crown rot, Alternaria blotch and wooly apple aphid, has dwarfing capability and graft compatibility, exhibits satisfactory growth and grows to a size usable as a rootstock in one season after cuttings, and is therefore excellent as an apple dwarfing rootstock.

Abstract: A variety of Kentucky bluegrass plant having a high level of resistance to powdery mildew and a medium to high level of resistance to leaf spot, summer patch, melting out and brown patch; a deep green color throughout the growing season; the ability to form a medium to high quality turf under a wide variety of environmental conditions; a moderately narrow leaf blade; excellent winter color under mild winter conditions; and a high level of seed yielding capacity.

Abstract: A hybrid Guzmania plant is compact in size, having a height including inflorescence of fourteen to sixteen inches and a spread of about twelve to thirteen inches. It has broad and closely-set leaves. The leaves are medium-dark green in color and contrast sharply with the vivid red color of the bracts.

Abstract: The new variety of ivy geranium produces velvety flowers having a range of dark pink to bright ruby red to burgundy. The plant has high cutting yield, improved rooting time, controlled plant habit, but also has a neater floret presentation, improved heat tolerance and is less prone to oedema than other varieties in this market class.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of strawberry named `Alisal`. The variety is similar to the variety `Commander`. The variety is characterized from `Commander`, in particular, by its plant height, spread and number of crowns; bract frequency and fruit skin and flesh color.

Abstract: A variety of Kentucky bluegrass having a high level of resistance to powdery mildew and a medium to high level of resistance to melting out, leaf spot, and brown patch; a medium green color throughout the growing season; excellent winter color during mild winters; the ability to form a medium quality turf under a wide variety of environmental conditions; a coarse textured turf; and a high level of seed yielding capacity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct horticultural variety of petunia. This petunia denominated `Magic Star` is a variety selected and bred from self-fertilized seeds of MS-01, possessed by the applicant. This petunia has excellent cold resistance and resistance to rain and bears bright red purple large flowers with yellowish white margins.