Novasalfuc

Novasalfuc

Salvia plant named ‘Novasalfuc’

UNDER PATENT

Still under patent. Protection ends January 6, 2036.

Twenty years from the filing date would end on December 22, 2035. This patent earned 15 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

Figure 1 of US plant patent PP28619, the photograph of Novasalfuc printed in the patent.

Figure 1 from US Plant Patent PP28619, 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

A new and distinct Salvia plant was formed by controlled breeding followed by selection. Over a long blooming season attractive fuchsia colored blossoms with dark calyxes are formed. The growth habit is well-branched compact and bushy. The blossoms are borne on sturdy stems. Attractive green foliage is formed. The plant can be readily asexually reproduced by the rooting of cuttings. Hardiness to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 7 is displayed. The plant is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in parks, gardens, public areas, and residential landscapes.

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We claim: 1. A new and distinct Salvia plant characterized by the following combination of characteristics: (a) displays a well-branched compact and bushy growth habit with sturdy stems, (b) forms in abundance attractive fuchsia colored blossoms with dark calyxes over an extended blooming season, (c) displays hardiness to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 7, (d) forms attractive green foliage, and (e) is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation; substantially as illustrated and described.

Read the full patent: US Plant Patent PP28619 in full — the complete specification, every figure, and the file history.

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