Perpetua

Perpetua

Blueberry plant named ‘Perpetua’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends June 26, 2032.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on April 9, 2032. This patent earned 78 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP24209, the photograph of Perpetua printed in the patent.

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Abstract

Description and specifications of a new and distinct ornamental blueberry cultivar that originated from seed produced from open pollinated flowers of CVAC 45 (PI 296412) is provided. This new ornamental blueberry can be distinguished by its ability to flower on new growth, its attractive combination of dark green and glossy leaves, along with flowers and edible fruit in late summer and fall; and it's vigorous, vase-shaped, compact plant habit.

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I claim: 1. A new and distinct cultivar of blueberry plant, substantially as illustrated and described, characterized by its ability to flower on new growth without any chilling; attractive combination of flowers and fruit in late summer and fall; dark green, glossy, attractive leaves; edible fruit; and vigorous and compact plant habit.

Read the full patent: US Plant Patent PP24209 in full — the complete specification, every figure, and the file history.

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