Patents by Inventor Alain A. Meilland

Alain A. Meilland has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20030192090
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive double yellow suffused with red blossoms having a very strong fragrance. The plant exhibits a semi-erect growth habit, very dense dark green foliage with a glossy aspect, and good resistance to Black Spot and Powdery Mildew. The attractive dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2002
    Publication date: October 9, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030177554
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Spray Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double bicolored blossoms that are Currant Red on the upper surface and Orient Pink on the under surface. The buds are conical in configuration and are borne on relatively long stems that bear few if any thorns. An erect growth habit is exhibited. The foliage is dense and medium green and contrasts nicely with the red and pink blossoms. The plant is well suited for the production of cut floral sprays under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2003
    Publication date: September 18, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030140385
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which forms attractive double blossoms that are mauve in coloration. The buds are large and high-pointed. The plant exhibits a narrow bushy growth habit, rather dense semi-glossy foliage, and very good tolerance to Powdery Mildew and Botrytis. The foliage coloration contrasts nicely with the mauve blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for cut flower production under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Publication date: July 24, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030115645
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive very double pink blossoms with intense fragrance. The plant exhibits a semi-erect growth habit, dense dark green foliage with a dull aspect, and good resistance to Marsonina rosae and Sphaeroteca panosa. The attractive dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the pink blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2001
    Publication date: June 19, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030097694
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which forms attractive double deep red blossoms with turgescent petals. The buds are large and the blossoms possess no fragrance. The plant exhibits an erect growth habit, and dark green and semi-glossy foliage. Excellent disease resistance particularly with respect to Downey Mildew and Botrytis is exhibited. The new variety is particularly well suited for producing cut flowers under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2002
    Publication date: May 22, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030093845
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive double bicolored blossoms that are yellow bordered with red in coloration. The plant exhibits a vigorous growth habit, semi-glossy dark green foliage, and very good disease resistance. The dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the lighter colored blossoms. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape such as in parks and gardens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2002
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030084491
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Spray Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double bicolored blossoms that are deep rosy pink on the inner petals and pale ivory pink on the outer petals. The buds are globose in configuration and are borne on stems having relatively few thorns. An open vase-shaped growth habit is exhibited. The foliage is matt medium to dark green and contrasts nicely with the bicolored pink blossoms. The new variety is well suited for growing as a distinctive gift plant in containers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2001
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030084489
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Miniature Class is provided which abundantly forms clusters of attractive double red blossoms having a light base. Commonly the blossoms only partially open even at maturity. The growth habit is bushy. Decorative medium green semi-glossy foliage is formed that contrasts nicely with the red blossoms. The plant can be readily propagated from cuttings and is particularly well suited for growing as an attractive potted gift plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2002
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030079259
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Miniature Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double deep pink blossoms of good color stability. The buds are conical-shaped and very elegant. The growth habit is low compact and bushy. Decorative medium green semi-glossy foliage is formed that contrasts nicely with the deep pink blossoms. Very good disease resistance is exhibited to powdery mildew under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2002
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030079261
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which forms in abundance attractive brilliant bicolored double blossoms that are orange-red on the upper surface and canary yellow on the under surface and are borne on straight stems. Such blossoms possess no fragrance. The plant exhibits an erect growth habit, forms attractive dark green foliage, and exhibits good disease resistance. The new variety is particularly well suited for producing cut flowers under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2002
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030079260
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which forms attractive double blossoms that are red on the upper surface and yellow-orange suffused with pinkish-red on the under surface. The plant exhibits an erect strong vigorous growth habit, dense semi-glossy medium green foliage, and good disease resistance. The attractive medium green foliage contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for cut flower production in the greenhouse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2002
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Publication number: 20030070195
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Floribunda rose plant is provided which forms in abundance attractive double blossoms that are Marigold Orange suffused with red in coloration. Such blossoms possess a light fragrance. The plant exhibits a bushy growth habit, and forms decorative dense dark green foliage that contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The plant also maintains well its attractive appearance even at the end of the blooming season. The new variety is particularly well suited for providing colorful ornamentation in the landscape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2002
    Publication date: April 10, 2003
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Patent number: PP13757
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Floribunda rose plant is provided which abundantly forms on a continuous basis semi-double blossoms that are red spotted with white in coloration. The plant exhibits a bushy and vigorous well-formed growth habit, and good resistance to Marsonia rosae and Phragmidium. The attractive very dense medium green foliage contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Patent number: PP13860
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive very double pink blossoms with intense fragrance. The plant exhibits a semi-erect growth habit, dense dark green foliage with a dull aspect, and good resistance to Marsonina rosae and Sphaeroteca panosa. The attractive dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the pink blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • Patent number: PP13897
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive fragrant double blossoms having an old-fashioned appearance that are light yellow-orange in coloration. The plant exhibits a semi-upright growth habit, dense medium green semi-glossy foliage, and very good disease resistance particularly with respect to Black Spot. The attractive medium green foliage contrasts nicely with the light-colored blossoms. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape such as in parks and gardens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Patent number: PP14194
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Mini-Flora Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive double bicolored blossoms that are deep rosy pink on the inner petals and pale ivory pink on the outer petals. The buds are globose in configuration and are borne on stems having relatively few thorns. An open vase-shaped growth habit is exhibited. The foliage is matte medium to dark green and contrasts nicely with the bicolored pink blossoms. The new variety is well suited for the production of cut flowers under greenhouse growing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Assignee: CP (Delaware), Inc.
    Inventor: Alain A. Meilland