Potentilla
USPP4226P · kind P · plant
Assignee
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 1977 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
An ornamental, flowering shrub of the genus Potentilla fruticosa, having as its most important novel characteristic the ability to produce flowers which are red in color, a color not heretofore known in this genus. The seasonal development pattern of the new plant is later than that of other Potentilla varieties; both new leaves and flowers appear later in the spring than on other Potentilla, and last longer in the fall; however, very dry weather conditions cause red flowers to fade to a reddish-yellow, but the same flower becomes red again after rain. Another distinguishing characteristic is the foliage, which is a brighter green than in other Potentilla; and grows with more density, and more dwarf size than the seedling relatives.
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