sPg-15-1

sPg-15-1

Mahonia plant named ‘sPg-15-1’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends February 12, 2036.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on December 22, 2035. This patent earned 52 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP29095, the photograph of sPg-15-1 printed in the patent.

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Abstract

A new and distinct Mahonia hybrida plant is provided that forms attractive dark green spiny foliage. Yellow flowers are formed in the spring extending into the summer with reblooming again in about August through frost. The growth habit is upright, and the plant has been found to be hardy in U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 7 during observations to date. The plant is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in the landscape.

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I claim: 1. A new and distinct Mahonia hybrida plant characterized by the following characteristics: (a) exhibits an upright growth habit, (b) forms attractive narrow deep green spiny foliage, (c) commonly forms yellow flowers in the spring extending into the summer and reblooms again in about August through frost, and (d) is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in the landscape; substantially as illustrated and described.

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