ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 28 -- United States Patent no. PP37,228, issued on Jan. 27, was assigned to Cornell University (Ithaca, N.Y.).
"Raspberry plant named 'Crimson Blush'" was invented by Courtney Weber (Geneva, N.Y.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "This invention relates to a new and distinct primocane bearing red raspberry plant designated as 'Crimson Blush' primarily adapted to growing conditions of west central New York and other regions of similar climate. The new plant is primarily characterized by very tall canes, conical fruit that is longer than broad, a late season primocane production period, concentrated display of fruit and light red fruit color."
The patent was filed on May 30, ...