Proise

Proise

Coreopsis plant named ‘Proise’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends December 23, 2035.

No term adjustment or disclaimer is recorded against this patent, so this is the full statutory term — twenty years from the filing date.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP29204, the photograph of Proise printed in the patent.

Figure 1 from US Plant Patent PP29204, 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

The present Coreopsis variety was created during a controlled plant breeding program. A compact and bushy growth habit is displayed. Attractive, large burgundy to purple daisy-type inflorescences are formed in abundance with near white apices on the ray florets during warm growing conditions. The dark green foliage coloration contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. Excellent resistance to powdery mildew has been displayed during observations to date. The plant is a perennial and has been observed to be hardy to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 5. The plant can be grown to advantage as attractive ornamentation in parks, gardens, and residential settings.

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I claim: 1. A new and distinct Coreopsis plant having the following combination of characteristics: (a) displays a compact and bushy growth habit, (b) displays in abundance large burgundy to purple inflorescences with near white apices on the ray florets during warm growing conditions, (c) exhibits excellent resistance to powdery mildew, and (d) is hardy to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 5; substantially as illustrated and described.

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