US Plant Patent PP27576

FL03-228

Blueberry plant named ‘FL03-228’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends June 25, 2035.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on February 9, 2035. This patent earned 136 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

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The record

Patent number: PP27576
Filed: February 9, 2015
Granted: January 24, 2017
Expires: June 25, 2035
Assignee: FLORIDA FOUND SEED PRODUCERS INC
Inventor: LYRENE PAUL M

Abstract

‘FL03-228’ is a new and distinct southern highbush blueberry ( Vaccinium corymbosum L.) variety distinguished by a very low chilling requirement, tolerance to fungal leaf diseases that cause defoliation, and fruit that are large, firm, and sweet, with a small, dry picking scar.

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What is claimed is: 1. A new and distinct southern highbush blueberry plant named ‘FL03-228’, as illustrated and described herein.

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