Dahlia Patents (Class PLT/321)
  • Dahlia plant named Dapadpor
    Publication number: 20020178478
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named ‘Dapadpor’ is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2001
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Applicant: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Francois Van Hee
  • Dahlia plant named 'Dapahapu'
    Publication number: 20020174470
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named Dapahapu characterized by its unique purple and white flower color, medium growth habit and simple leaf arrangement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2001
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Applicant: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Francois Van Hee
  • Dahlia plant named Dapalipi
    Publication number: 20020174471
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named Dapalipi characterized by its pale pink double inflorescences, uniform growth habit and dark green foliage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2001
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Applicant: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Francois Van Hee
  • DAHLIA PLANT NAMED 'PANUCO'
    Publication number: 20020157158
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Panuco’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuous and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and yellow-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Publication date: October 24, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • DAHLIA PLANT NAMED ' HGD-92-8'
    Publication number: 20020129422
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD92-8’ characterized by its vigorous growth, flower shape, abundance of flowers, compact plants and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Publication date: September 12, 2002
    Applicant: HEM GENETICS BV
    Inventor: Johannes J.G. Sijm
  • DAHLIA PLANT NAMED 'HGD-92-1'
    Publication number: 20020129423
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD92-1’ characterized by its vigorous growth, compact plants, abundance of flowers and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Publication date: September 12, 2002
    Applicant: HEM GENETICS BV
    Inventor: Johannes J.G. Sijm
  • DAHLIA PLANT NAMED 'HGD-161-7'
    Publication number: 20020129421
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD161-7’ characterized by its vigorous growth, shape of flowers, abundance of flowers, compact plants and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Publication date: September 12, 2002
    Applicant: HEM GENETICS BV
    Inventor: Johannes J.G. Sijm
  • DAHLIA PLANT NAMED 'DIANA, PRINCESS OF WALES'
    Publication number: 20020100101
    Abstract: A dahlia plant variety producing pink flowers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 1999
    Publication date: July 25, 2002
    Inventor: ROBIN MARKS
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Pink’
    Patent number: PP12714
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Pink’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; pink-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Burgundy’
    Patent number: PP12715
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Burgundy’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; dark red purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Select White’
    Patent number: PP12716
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Select White’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; white-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Amazon’
    Patent number: PP12717
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Amazon’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; large single-type inflorescences; pink and purple bi-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Salmon’
    Patent number: PP12750
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Salmon’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; red and yellow-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Scarlet’
    Patent number: PP12751
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Scarlet’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; bright red and golden yellow-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Keift Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Select Yellow’
    Patent number: PP12754
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Select Yellow’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; bright yellow-colored ray and disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Violet’
    Patent number: PP12755
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Violet’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Apricot’
    Patent number: PP12757
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Apricot’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; medium-sized semi-double type inflorescences; golden orange-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Kieft Seed Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Gipsy’
    Patent number: PP12792
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Gipsy’, characterized by its upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and uniform plant habit; freely branching habit; dark green foliage; freely flowering habit; semi-cactus inflorescence form with inflorescences positioned above the foliage; pink and yellow bi-colored ray florets; and excellent garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Assignee: Fa. Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Rio Grande’
    Patent number: PP12797
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Rio Grande’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and dark pink-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Pecos’
    Patent number: PP12799
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Pecos’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and white-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Jacqui’
    Patent number: PP12801
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Jacqui’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and pink-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Fuerte’
    Patent number: PP12814
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Fuerte’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and red-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Balsas’
    Patent number: PP12832
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Balsas’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Limousin’
    Patent number: PP12860
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Limousin’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; continuous and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; reddish purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and excellent garden and patio container performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Inventor: Frank N. G. Ruigrok
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Bolero’
    Patent number: PP12884
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Bolero’, characterized by its upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and uniform plant habit; freely branching habit; dark green foliage; freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form with inflorescences positioned above the foliage; red-colored ray florets; and excellent garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2002
    Assignee: F . Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-92-1’
    Patent number: PP13144
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-92-1’ characterized by its vigorous growth, compact plants, abundance of flowers and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2002
    Assignee: Hem Genetics, BV
    Inventor: Johannes J. G. Sijm
  • Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-92-8’
    Patent number: PP13145
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-92-8’ characterized by its vigorous growth, compact plants and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2002
    Assignee: Hem Genetics, BV
    Inventor: Johannes J. G. Sijm
  • Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-161-7’
    Patent number: PP13182
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘HGD-161-7’ characterized by its vigorous growth, compact plants and fast response. The flowers have contrasting colors between ray and disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Hem Genetics, BV
    Inventor: Johannes J. G. Sijm
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Latin’
    Patent number: PP13212
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Latin’, characterized by its upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form with inflorescences positioned just above the foliage; yellow-colored ray florets; excellent garden performance; and excellent inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘VK 41’
    Patent number: PP13216
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘VK 41’, characterized by its compact, upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form with inflorescences held above the foliage on strong peduncles; pink and yellow bi-colored ray florets that are purple when developing; excellent garden performance; and excellent inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Swing’
    Patent number: PP13217
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Swing’, characterized by its upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form with inflorescences positioned just above the foliage; dark orange-colored ray florets; excellent garden performance; and excellent inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Panuco’
    Patent number: PP13231
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Panuco’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching habit; short response time; continuously and freely flowering during the spring until fall; full inflorescences with multiple rows of ray florets; and yellow-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Inventor: Ans Ruigrok-van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Dora’
    Patent number: PP13257
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Dora’, characterized by its upright, somewhat outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form with inflorescences positioned just above the foliage; red and yellow bi-colored ray florets; excellent garden performance; and excellent inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2002
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Jan van Ruiten
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Carolina Burgundy’
    Patent number: PP13635
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Carolina Burgundy’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; short response time; and dark red purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2003
    Inventor: Ans van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Carolina Orange’
    Patent number: PP13646
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Carolina Orange’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; short response time; and dark orange-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2003
    Inventor: Ans van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Karma Corona’
    Patent number: PP13650
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Karma Corona’, characterized by its erect, straight and strong flowering stems; dark green foliage; early flowering; double inflorescence form; golden orange-colored ray florets; excellent garden performance; and excellent inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2003
    Assignee: Gebr. Verwer
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Oregon’
    Patent number: PP13664
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Oregon’, characterized by its upright, uniformly mounded and compact plant habit; freely branching, full and dense plants; short response time; and red-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Inventor: Ans van Haaster
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Gallery Bellini’
    Patent number: PP14162
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Gallery Bellini’, characterized by its compact and rounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form; large inflorescences with red purple-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity and garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2003
    Assignee: Verwer Dahlias BV
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Margaret Improved’
    Patent number: PP14202
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Margaret Improved’, characterized by its upright plant habit; freely branching habit; full and dense plants; double type inflorescences; and yellow-colored ray florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2003
    Assignee: Ball FloraPlant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Jeroen Gitzels
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Burgundy Improved’
    Patent number: PP14206
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Dahlstar Burgundy Improved’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; semi-double type inflorescences; and dark red purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2003
    Assignee: Kieft Seeds Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Kiedahbic’
    Patent number: PP14218
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Kiedahbic’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit; freely branching habit, full and dense plants; semi-double type inflorescences; and purple and white bi-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2003
    Assignee: Kieft Seeds Holland
    Inventor: Henry Lommerse
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovches’
    Patent number: PP14254
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovches’, characterized by its yellow inflorescences with red accents, upright mounded form and moderately vigorous growth habit, is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Assignee: Ball FloraPlant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Neil Anderson
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Mambo’
    Patent number: PP14286
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘Melody Mambo’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; freely branching growth habit; early and freely flowering habit; decorative inflorescence form; large inflorescences with dark red-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity and garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2003
    Assignee: Verwer Dahlias B.V.
    Inventor: Aad W. M. Verwer
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovrese’
    Patent number: PP14386
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovrese’, characterized by its yellow inflorescences with red accents and vigorous upright mounded growth habit is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2003
    Assignee: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Neil Anderson
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovost’
    Patent number: PP14387
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dahlia plant named ‘Balnovost’, characterized by its semi-double lavender and white bicolor ray florets, upright mounded form and moderately vigorous growth habit, is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2003
    Assignee: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Neil Anderson
  • Dahlia plant named ‘Dada Scarlet’
    Patent number: PP14553
    Abstract: A dahlia cultivar particularly distinguished by red colored flowers, compact habit and good basal branching.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Assignee: Goldsmith seeds, Inc.
    Inventor: Pim Kaagman
  • Dahlia plant named `Arizona Red`
    Patent number: PP11614
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Arizona Red`, characterized by its numerous double inflorescences that are about 6.6 cm in diameter; bright red ray florets; compact, uniform and mounded growth habit; small dark green leaves; and strong peduncles that hold inflorescences just above the foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2000
    Inventor: Frank N. G. Ruigrok
  • Dahlia plant named `Dapadred`
    Patent number: PP11671
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Dapadred`, characterized by its fully double dark red purple inflorescences; uniform growth habit; dark green foliage; and strong peduncles that hold inflorescences above the foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Assignee: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Co.
    Inventor: Fran.cedilla.ois Van Hee
  • Dahlia plant named `Dapaor`
    Patent number: PP11701
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Dapaor`, characterized by its fully double dark orange inflorescences; uniform growth habit; dark green foliage; and strong peduncles that hold inflorescences above the foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Assignee: Ball Floraplant, a division of Ball Horticultural Co.
    Inventor: Fran.cedilla.ois Van Hee
  • Dahlia plant named `Dapawhi`
    Patent number: PP11709
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Dapawhi`, characterized by its fully double white inflorescences; uniform growth habit; dark green foliage; and strong peduncles that hold inflorescences above the foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Assignee: Ball FloraPlant, a division of Ball Horticultural Co.
    Inventor: Fran.cedilla.ois Van Hee