Patents by Inventor Gary A. Neil

Gary A. Neil 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).

  • Interspecific tree named 'Zweet Bettzee'
    Publication number: 20170099758
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree having a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Tree being a regular and productive bearer of large size, yellow flesh fruit. 3. Fruit with excellent flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit with a high degree of soluble solids (Brix) of 20.2°. 5. Fruit with an attractive dark red skin color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2015
    Publication date: April 6, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named 'POLAR KIST'
    Publication number: 20170064892
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with firm, crisp flesh with good eating quality. 4. Moderately juicy, which enhances flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with attractive red skin color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: GARY NEIL ZAIGER, LEITH MARIE GARDNER, GRANT GENE ZAIGER
  • Interspecific tree named 'Kings Kat'
    Publication number: 20170064891
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree (Interspecific Prunus species). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Stone 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with firm, reddish flesh with good storage and shipping ability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named 'Polar Gem'
    Publication number: 20170049019
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Fruit with a high degree of red skin color. 3. Heavy and regular production of large size fruit. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Mild, sweet, sub-acid white flesh fruit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Publication date: February 16, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • NECTARINE TREE NAMED 'POLAR MAGIC'
    Publication number: 20170049018
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having very good flavor and eating quality with a good balance between acid and sugar. 4. Fruit with attractive red skin color. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Publication date: February 16, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific Tree Named 'AUTUMN MAGIC'
    Publication number: 20170013752
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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 dark red skin color. 2. Fruit with good storage and shipping quality. 3. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit maturing in the late season. 5. Tree with vigorous, upright growth habit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2015
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • ADJUSTABLE LUMBAR SUPPORT FOR A CHAIR BACK
    Publication number: 20160360892
    Abstract: An adjustable lumbar support for a chair back having a frame with a top end and a bottom end. The frame has a series of flexing zones and a series of control zones. The adjustable lumbar support for a chair back further includes a support having a first end and a second end. The first end of the support is adapted to engage the top end of the frame. The adjustable lumbar support also includes a ratchet assembly having multiple preset locking positions for moving the support solely in a vertical plane while allowing for the moving and flexing of the lower flex zone and the chair back solely in a horizontal plane; wherein the ratchet assembly is mounted only to the second end of the support and the ratchet assembly is only mounted to the bottom end of the frame. The frame is mounted to the chair back.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2015
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Inventor: Gary NEIL
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Polar Zee’
    Patent number: PP27520
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit having very good flavor and eating quality with a good balance between acid and sugar. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Peach tree named ‘Snow Baby’
    Patent number: PP27532
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree (Prunus persica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. The tree being a regular and productive bearer of large size, white flesh fruit. 2. The tree with vigorous, upright growth. 3. Producing fruit with an attractive dark red skin color. 4. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality with a mild, sweet, sub-acid flavor. 5. Fruit with good storage and shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific tree named ‘Autumn Magic’
    Patent number: PP27543
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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 dark red skin color. 2. Fruit with good storage and shipping quality. 3. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit maturing in the late season. 5. Tree with vigorous, upright growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Polar Magic’
    Patent number: PP27626
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having very good flavor and eating quality with a good balance between acid and sugar. 4. Fruit with attractive red skin color. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Polar Gem’
    Patent number: PP27627
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Fruit with a high degree of red skin color. 3. Heavy and regular production of large size fruit. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Mild, sweet, sub-acid white flesh fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Leila’
    Patent number: PP27628
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size, yellow flesh fruit. 3. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit with an attractive dark red skin color. 5. Fruit with good handling and shipping qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Polar Kist’
    Patent number: PP27789
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Stone 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with firm, crisp flesh with good eating quality. 4. Moderately juicy, which enhances flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with attractive red skin color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Peach tree named ‘Snow Fox’
    Patent number: PP27790
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree having vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Tree being a regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having firm, white flesh with a very good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit having an attractive red skin color. 5. Fruit with good storage and shipping qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific tree named ‘Kings Kat’
    Patent number: PP27824
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree (Interspecific Prunus species). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with firm, reddish flesh with good storage and shipping ability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific tree named ‘Autumn Charm’
    Patent number: PP27825
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size, yellow flesh fruit. 3. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 5. Fruit with good handling and storage quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Interspecific tree named ‘Bella Jean’
    Patent number: PP27826
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree having a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Tree being a regular and productive bearer of large size, yellow flesh fruit. 3. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 4. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 5. Fruit with a high degree of soluble solids (Brix) of 18.2°.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Peach tree named ‘TAZ’
    Patent number: PP27827
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree (Prunus persica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree having a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Firm fruit with attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with good storage and shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Peach tree named American
    Patent number: PP27828
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree (Prunus persica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are 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. Tree having a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with firm, non-melting, yellow flesh suitable for mechanical pitters. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and a good balance between acid and sugar. 5. Fruit with good storage and shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger