ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 24 -- United States Patent no. PP37,338, issued on March 24, was assigned to The Conard Pyle Co. (West Grove, Pa.).

"Grandiflora rose plant named 'Radtriple'" was invented by William Radler (Greenfield, Wis.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A new and distinct variety of grandiflora rose plant, referred to by its cultivar name, 'Radtriple', is described. The new plant variety forms in abundance on a substantially continuous basis red-colored blossoms. The growth habit is very bushy and compact. Glossy, medium green foliage is formed. Additionally, the new plant variety is particularly well suited for growing as distinctive ornamentation in the landscape."

The patent was f...