Pinnacle

Pinnacle

Blueberry plant named ‘Pinnacle’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends August 29, 2034.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on May 16, 2034. This patent earned 105 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP26899, the photograph of Pinnacle printed in the patent.

Figure 1 from US Plant Patent PP26899, reproduced as printed. Photographs in a plant patent are taken by the applicant. Reproduction of the patent document is permitted; the image is shown whole and uncropped for that reason.

Abstract

‘Pinnacle’ is a new and distinct variety of blueberry plant that has the following unique combination of desirable features outstanding in a new variety. ‘Pinnacle’ provides season ripening when prices remain high and consistently good yields of large size fruit. In addition, ‘Pinnacle’ provides high percentages of fruit in very large diameter categories, which are tailored for premium market outlets, very good fruit color and quality, excellent fruit firmness and fruit with very good post-harvest shelf-life.

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What is claimed is: 1. A new and distinct variety of commercial blueberry plant ( Vaccinium corymbosum Linnaeus) named ‘Pinnacle’ substantially as illustrated and described herein, characterized by its early season ripening, good yields of large size fruit, including a high percentage of fruit in very large diameter categories, very good fruit color and quality, and excellent fruit firmness, along with good post-harvest shelf-life of the fruit.

Read the full patent: US Plant Patent PP26899 in full — the complete specification, every figure, and the file history.

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