Hydrangea Patents (Class PLT/250)
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named 'Ripple'
    Publication number: 20040244081
    Abstract: Ripple is a new variety of Hydrangea plant. This new variety has white flowers with red margins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Mototeru Yatabe
  • HYDRANGEA HYBRID PLANT NAMED 'SWEET CAROL'
    Publication number: 20040154062
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea hybrid characterized by its large lacecap inflorescence, which is reminiscent of its macrophylla lineage, while being substantially hardier than macrophylla cultivars; the white-eye zone on sterile inflorescences when young; deeply serrated leaves; and merlot colored fall foliage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2003
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Inventor: Joseph Gray
  • HYDRANGEA HYBRID PLANT NAMED 'SWEET CHRIS'
    Publication number: 20040154063
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea hybrid characterized by dark green foliage, burgundy fall foliage, lacecap flower color and burgundy stem color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2003
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Inventor: Joseph Gray
  • HYDRANGEA PLANT NAMED 'BAILMER'
    Publication number: 20040123356
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla named ‘Bailmer’ that is characterized by its ability to bloom on new growth without a cold requirement, its ability to dependably bloom in Zone 4, its deep green and comparatively mildew resistant foliage, and flowers that are either pink or blue in color depending on soil levels of available aluminum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2001
    Publication date: June 24, 2004
    Inventor: Vernon Glen Black
  • Hydrangea macroophylla named 'Lady in Red'
    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
  • Hydrangea serrata plant named 'OKAN'
    Publication number: 20040025213
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea serrata characterized by its Golden-Yellow to Chartreuse foliage coloration which persists throughout the growing season.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2002
    Publication date: February 5, 2004
    Inventor: Takeomi Yamamoto
  • Hydrangea plant named 'White Robe'
    Publication number: 20040003443
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) named ‘WHITE ROBE’ originated as a cutting taken from the cultivar ‘BUFFIE’. The cultivar ‘WHITE ROBE’ has white sepals at maturity and is distinguished from other similar cultivars of which the inventor is aware by the unique manner in which the inflorescence ages. As the mature sepals age and turn green they are highly resistant to burning and turning brown The new variety ‘WHITE ROBE’ further possesses the favorable characteristics of a compact growth habit and long lasting large inflorescences.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2002
    Publication date: January 1, 2004
    Inventor: Harrison Higaki
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named 'Frau Mariko'
    Publication number: 20030033648
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea macrophylla by the combination of the attractive pigmentation pattern of its sepals which are predominately colored with narrow, irregular white edges; its deeply ruffled and serrated sepal edges and dense its inflorescence on a strong stem that does not require staking for support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2002
    Publication date: February 13, 2003
    Applicant: MIYOSHI & CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Hiroshi Ebihara
  • HYDRANGEA PLANT NAMED 'LIMELIGHT'
    Publication number: 20020120968
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Limelight’, characterized by its upright flower panicles on strong peduncles with numerous flowers per panicle; unique light green-colored sepals; large calyces; and relatively early flowering.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Applicant: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Pieter Zwijnenburg
  • HYDRANGEA PANICULATA PLANT NAMED 'SHIKOKU FLASH'
    Publication number: 20020073454
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea paniculata named ‘Shikoku Flash’ having clear white mottled foliage growth throughout the growing season.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2000
    Publication date: June 13, 2002
    Inventor: Masato Yokoi
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Little Honey’
    Patent number: PP15477
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Little Honey’ that is characterized by compact spreading habit, panicles of white flowers in summer, golden-chartreuse foliage in summer that turns scarlet in fall, and red stem color in winter. In combination these traits set ‘Little Honey’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Inventor: David Jarzynka
  • Hydrangea paniculata plant named ‘Shikoku Flash’
    Patent number: PP15624
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea paniculata named ‘Shikoku Flash’ having clear white mottled foliage growth throughout the growing season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2005
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Masato Yokoi
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named ‘Mini Penny’
    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
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named ‘Ripple’
    Patent number: PP15787
    Abstract: Ripple is a new variety of Hydrangea plant. This new variety has white flowers with red margins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2005
    Inventor: Mototeru Yatabe
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘White Robe’
    Patent number: PP15912
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) named ‘White Robe’ originated as a cutting taken from the cultivar ‘Buffie’. The cultivar ‘White Robe’ has white sepals at maturity and is distinguished from other similar cultivars of which the inventor is aware by the unique manner in which the inflorescence ages. As the mature sepals age and turn green they are highly resistant to burning and turning brown The new variety ‘White Robe’ further possesses the favorable characteristics of a compact growth habit and long lasting large inflorescences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2005
    Assignee: Bay City Flower Company
    Inventor: Harrison Higaki
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Claudie’
    Patent number: PP15968
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Claudie’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; glossy foliage; inflorescences held upright and outward on strong stems; lacecap-type inflorescences; and numerous fertile flowers per inflorescence and large showy sepals on the sterile flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2005
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Corrine Mallet
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Bela’
    Patent number: PP16099
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Bela’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; dome-shaped inflorescences; and inflorescences with blue-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2005
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Peter Hempel
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘DVP Pinky’
    Patent number: PP16166
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘DVP Pinky’, characterized by its upright and somewhat outwardly spreading plant habit; large upright flower panicles; and large panicles with white-colored sterile flowers that become purple in color during the fall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2005
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Johan Van Huylenbroeck
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘801’
    Patent number: PP16204
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘801’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; large inflorescences; and inflorescences with white-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Niels Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Shamrock’
    Patent number: PP16223
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Shamrock’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; lacecap-type inflorescences; double-type sterile flowers; and pink-colored flowers that become closer to dark red in color with development.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2006
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Corinne Mallet
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘2001’
    Patent number: PP16245
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘2001’, characterized by its compact, upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; durable leaves; large inflorescences; and inflorescences with blue-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Niels Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘1301’
    Patent number: PP16264
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘1301’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; moderately strong stems; large durable leaves; large inflorescences; and inflorescences with pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Neils Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘200724077’
    Patent number: PP16321
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘200724077’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; large inforescences; and inflorescences with red purple-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Niels Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘1701’
    Patent number: PP16323
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘1701’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; large inflorescences; and inflorescences with bright pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Niels Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘200749077’
    Patent number: PP16441
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘200749077’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; large inflorescences; and inflorescences with blue-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2006
    Assignee: HBA
    Inventor: Niels Arts
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 09’
    Patent number: PP16613
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 09’ that is characterized by broad upright habit, large dark grey-green leaves, flowers that range in color from yellow-green to light and dark pink, and unique inflorescence development. In combination these traits set ‘RIE 09’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2006
    Inventor: Ryoji Irie
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 02’
    Patent number: PP16617
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 02’ that is characterized by broad upright habit, large dark-green leaves, flowers that are yellow-green and pink in color, and unique inflorescence development. In combination these traits set ‘RIE 02’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2006
    Inventor: Ryoji Irie
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 01’
    Patent number: PP16618
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 01’ that is characterized by broad upright habit, large medium-green leaves, flowers that are pinkish-white and pale green in color, and unique inflorescence development. In combination these traits set ‘RIE 01’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2006
    Inventor: Ryoji Irie
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 04’
    Patent number: PP16653
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 04’ that is characterized by broad upright habit, large medium-green leaves, flowers that are yellow-green to dark pink in color, and unique inflorescence development. In combination these traits set ‘RIE 04’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2006
    Inventor: Ryoji Irie
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 03’
    Patent number: PP16720
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RIE 03’ that is characterized by broad upright habit, large dark-green leaves, flowers that are yellow-green and pink in color, and unique inflorescence development. In combination these traits set ‘RIE 03’ apart from all other existing varieties of Hydrangea known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2006
    Inventor: Ryoji Irie
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Bulk’
    Patent number: PP16812
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Bulk’, characterized by its upright and somewhat outwardly spreading plant habit; uniform and even growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; large upright flower panicles; and large panicles with white-colored sterile flowers that become red purple in color in the late summer and fall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2006
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Rein Bulk
  • Hydrangea macrophylla named ‘Yellowleaf’
    Patent number: PP12701
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea macrophylla characterized by its foliage color, which is bright golden yellow to chartreuse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Hines Horticulture, INC
    Inventor: Takeomi Yamamoto
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Limelight’
    Patent number: PP12874
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Limelight’, characterized by its upright flower panicles on strong peduncles with numerous flowers per panicle; unique light green-colored sepals; large calyces; and relatively early flowering.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Pieter Zwijnenburg, Jr.
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named ‘Blushing Bride’
    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
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Vaughn's Lillie’
    Patent number: PP12982
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Vaughn's Lillie’, characterized by its growth habit; short internodes; large conical to rounded inflorescences; showy white-colored sepals; and long flowering period.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2002
    Assignee: Billingsley Wholesale Nursery, Inc.
    Inventors: William Vaughn Billingsley, Lillie Billingsley
  • Hydrangea anomala subspecies petiolaris plant named ‘Kuga Variegated’
    Patent number: PP13247
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea anomala subspecies petiolaris having new shoots and foliage that emerge white, cream, pale yellow to pink with pink stems. Foliage goes through a phase in which leaves are flecked/dotted cream to pale yellow sometimes with margin pale yellow in an irregular variegated pattern. Mature foliage is viridescent with leaves becoming green.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2002
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Toshiro Shimizu
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Summer Frost’
    Patent number: PP17654
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Summer Frost’, characterized by its Upright and somewhat outwardly spreading growth habit; green and yellow green variegated leaves; and lacecap type inflorescences with light purple-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2007
    Assignee: Itsaul Plants
    Inventor: Karen R. Stever
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Lemon Daddy’
    Patent number: PP17660
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Lemon Daddy’, characterized by its compact and mounded growth habit; large and thick yellow green-colored leaves; and large inflorescences with light pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2007
    Assignee: Itsaul Plants
    Inventor: Ozzie W. Johnson, Jr.
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Barbara’
    Patent number: PP13606
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Barbara’, characterized by its upright and outwardly arching plant habit; large lacy flower panicles; and panicles with large white sepals on sterile flowers with numerous small fertile flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2003
    Inventor: Jelena DeBelder
  • Hydrangea anomala subspecies petiolaris plant named ‘Kasai’
    Patent number: PP13845
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea anomala subspecies petiolaris named ‘KASAI’ which is characterized by its White variegated foliage. New foliage of ‘KASAI’ emerges predominantly White with a small amount of Green stippling apparent; as the foliage matures, foliage becomes predominantly Green in color, with some White mottling apparent and White margins; mature foliage is almost entirely Green in color though retaining White variegated margins and occasional White stippling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Seiichi Kasai
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Dardom’
    Patent number: PP14168
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Dardom’, characterized by its large and vigorous growth habit; upright and rounded plant habit; strong stems; large durable leaves; large dome-shaped inflorescences; and inflorescences with large sterile flowers and numerous small fertile flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2003
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Woulter Kromhout
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Big Daddy’
    Patent number: PP14527
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Big Daddy’, characterized by its large and vigorous growth habit; upright and rounded plant habit; large glossy dark green-colored leaves; and large inflorescences with large pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Ozzie W. Johnson, Jr.
  • Hydrangea serrata plant named ‘Okan’
    Patent number: PP14970
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea serrata characterized by its golden yellow to chartreuse foliage coloration which persists throughout the growing season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2004
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Takeomi Yamamoto
  • Hydrangea macrophylla plant named ‘Lady in Red’
    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
  • Hydrangea hybrid plant named ‘Sweet Chris’
    Patent number: PP15222
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea hybrid characterized by dark green foliage, burgundy fall foliage, lacecap flower color and burgundy stem color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph Gray
  • Hydrangea hybrid plant named ‘Sweet Carol’
    Patent number: PP15239
    Abstract: A new plant variety of Hydrangea hybrid characterized by its large lacecap inflorescence, which is reminiscent of its macrophylla lineage, while being substantially hardier than macrophylla cultivars; the white-eye zone on sterile inflorescences when young; deeply serrated leaves; and merlot colored fall foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2004
    Assignee: Hines Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph Gray
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Bailmer’
    Patent number: PP15298
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla named ‘Bailmer’ that is characterized by its ability to bloom on new growth without a cold requirement, its ability to dependably bloom in Zone 4, its deep green and comparatively mildew resistant foliage, and flowers that are either pink or blue in color depending on soil levels of available aluminum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Assignee: Bailey Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Vernon Glen Black
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Little Lamb’
    Patent number: PP15395
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Little Lamb’, characterized by its upright and outwardly arching plant habit; inflorescences held upright and outward on strong stems; compact, dense and conical-shaped inflorescences; and numerous flowers per inflorescence.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Jelena DeBelder
  • Hydrangea plant named `Firefly`
    Patent number: PP11038
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named `Firefly`, characterized by its unique and stable yellow and green variegated foliage; variegated leaf margins; and upright and climbing plant growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 24, 1999
    Inventor: Daniel B. Benarcik, Jr.
  • Hydrangea macrophylla named `Monrey`
    Patent number: PP11405
    Abstract: A new and distinct selection of French Hydrangea which shall be referred to hereinafter as Hydrangea macrophylla cultivar Monrey. Hydrangea macrophylla cultivar Monrey differs distinctively from other Hydrangea macrophylla plants by a unique combination of deep pink flower sepals with margins edged white, lustrous deep green foliage and foliage which turns a light burgundy color in cool weather.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2000
    Assignee: Monrovia Nursery Company
    Inventor: William B. Usrey