US Plant Patent PP20266
Shadow Turf
Zoysiagrass plant named ‘Shadow Turf’
UNDER PATENT
Still under patent. Protection ends April 13, 2028.
Twenty years from the filing date would end on March 13, 2028. This patent earned 31 days of term adjustment for delay at the Patent Office, which is why it runs longer.

The record
- Patent number
- PP20266
- Filed
- March 13, 2008
- Granted
- September 8, 2009
- Expires
- April 13, 2028
- Assignee
- IVEY MARK A
- Inventor
- IVEY MARK A
Abstract
Zoysia matrella ‘Shadow Turf’, is a new and unique cultivar that is characterized by its ability to produce quality turf in shady conditions with deep green foliage, a moderate to vigorous growth habit, medium-fine texture, cold hardiness to U.S.D.A. Zone 6b and its adaptability in a wide range of growing conditions.
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1. A new and distinct cultivar of zoysiagrass plant named ‘Shadow Turf’ as herein illustrated and described.
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