Patents by Inventor Michael Dirr

Michael Dirr 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: 20070174940
    Abstract: Hydrangea paniculata, ‘HYPMAD II’ has numerous white inflorescences that mature to rose-pink. The sepals turn outward from the inflorescences at maturity resulting in a frilly, lacy appearance. The habit is compact, dense, broad-mounded, 130 cm by 170 cm in 4-years at Athens, Ga. The dark green leaves are insect and disease resistant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2006
    Publication date: July 26, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Dirr
  • Publication number: 20070044186
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia L., which is characterized by compact, mounded, true genetic dwarf growth habit; early flowering (late June-July in Athens, Ga.); extremely floriferous with bubble gum pink flowers, high mildew resistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Publication date: February 22, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Dirr
  • Publication number: 20060212982
    Abstract: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Blushing Bride’ blooms on new growth without a cold requirement. It has rounded habit and glossy green, mildew-resistant leaves. The white mophead inflorescence matures to pale pink or light blue depending on the availability of aluminum in the soil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2005
    Publication date: September 21, 2006
    Inventor: Michael Dirr
  • Publication number: 20040064864
    Abstract: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lady in Red’ is a lacecap with the sterile florets of the inflorescences maturing from pale pink to burgundy rose. It has lustrous reddish-purple leaf venation, petiole and stem color, and the foliage develops a red-purple fall color. The plant has high mildew resistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2002
    Publication date: April 1, 2004
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP15744
    Abstract: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Mini Penny’ is a mophead with compact, mounded habit, leathery, lustrous dark green, mildew resistant leaves, which reblooms on new growth without the need for cool temperatures and short days.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2005
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP16917
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia indica×L. fauriei, which is characterized by compact-mounded growth habit; bronze-green emerging leaves, lustrous dark green in summer, yellow-orange-red in fall; high leaf powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot resistance; glossy red buds; cherry red flowers that are colorful from mid-July to early September in Athens, Ga.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP17169
    Abstract: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Blushing Bride’ blooms on new growth without a cold requirement. It has rounded habit and glossy green, mildew-resistant leaves. The white mophead inflorescence matures to pale pink or light blue depending on the availability of aluminum in the soil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP17171
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia L., which is characterized by compact, rounded growth habit; white flowers; bronze foliage that matures to dark green; high mildew resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP17216
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia indica×L. fauriei, which is characterized by compact, upright-mounded growth habit and raspberry red flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2006
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP17219
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia indicia×L. fauriei, which is characterized by very compact, mounded growth habit; reddish-purple foliage all growing season, which holds up well in heat and humidity; high leaf powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot resistance; pink flowers, not as profusely borne as other Gamad varieties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2006
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP17411
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of crapemyrtle, Lagerstroemia L., which is characterized by compact, mounded, true genetic dwarf growth habit; early flowering (beginning in late June to July in Athens, Ga.); extremely floriferous with bubble gum pink flowers, high mildew resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Assignee: University of Georgiea Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP15175
    Abstract: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lady in Red’ is a lacecap with the sterile florets of the inflorescences maturing from pale pink to burgundy rose. It has lustrous reddish-purple leaf venation, petiole and stem color, and the foliage develops a red-purple fall color. The plant has high mildew resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: University of Ga. Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael A. Dirr
  • Patent number: PP7552
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Ulmus parvifolia of distinct vase-shaped growth habit which resembles an American Elm in ultimate mature tree shape. The tree is characterized in having exfoliating patchy bark in attractive patterns which cover exposed bark root portions, branches over one inch in diameter and the trunk which has distinctive butresses. The tree is exceedingly durable to extremes of weather, and is resistant to common Elm pests and diseases. The tree has a dense, strong upright branching habit, with narrow but very strong branch crotch angles, and numerous thin terminal twigs which produce a dense canopy of lustrous foliage. Leaves are densely borne at the terminals of the twigs to render a full, attractive shade tree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1989
    Date of Patent: June 11, 1991
    Assignee: Tree Introductions, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael M. Glenn, John H. Barbour, Michael A. Dirr