ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 12 -- United States Patent no. PP37,577, issued on Aug. 11, was assigned to The Conard Pyle Co. (West Grove, Pa.).
"Bedding rose plant named 'MEISAXA'" was invented by Alain Antoine Meilland (Antibes, France).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A new and distinct variety of bedding rose plant, referred to by its cultivar name, 'MEISAXA', is described. The new plant variety forms in abundance on a nearly continuous basis, yellow-colored blossoms. The growth habit is bushy and compact. Dense, semi-glossy ornamental foliage is formed. Additionally, the new plant variety is particularly well suited for growing as ornamentation in the landscape."
The patent was filed on Dec. 29, 2...