William K Morrison

US Patent:

PP14222, Oct 14, 2003

Filed:

Mar 20, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/528909

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MO

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT257

Abstract:

A new and distinct hybrid variety cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are mostly white, with a pale tinge of pink (Red-Purple Group 69B) on the margins and a deep red eye (Red Group 45A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.

US Patent:

PP14223, Oct 14, 2003

Filed:

Mar 20, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/528908

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MD

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT257

Abstract:

A new and distinct hybrid variety cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are white, with medium pink (Red-Purple Group 68A) at the margins extending into the petal about one to two inches before fading out, with deeper red eye (Red Group 45A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.

US Patent:

PP14313, Nov 25, 2003

Filed:

Mar 20, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/528910

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MO

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT257

Abstract:

A new and distinct hybrid variety cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are pale pink (Red-Purple Group 69D) with deeper pink (Red-Purple Group 74C) on edges of petal margins and mottled over the petal intensifying slightly toward the center, with deeper red eye (Red-Purple Group 60A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.

US Patent:

PP14349, Dec 9, 2003

Filed:

Mar 20, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/528901

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perrenial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MD

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT257

Abstract:

A new and distinct hybrid variety cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from nine to eleven inches in diameter that are deep pink (Red-Purple Group 73A) at the margins with somewhat paler pink (Red-Purple Group 73C) toward the center of each petal, with a deeper red eye (Red Group 45A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.

US Patent:

6871971, Mar 29, 2005

Filed:

Jun 28, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/893059

Inventors:

William Lawrence Morrison - Park Ridge IL, US

International Classification:

G02B005/08
G02B007/182

US Classification:

359850, 359862

Abstract:

A back-up mirror system for passenger vehicles allowing a driver to have an alternative view of any nearby oncoming cross-traffic imminently passing behind the vehicle before deciding to back up into that lane of cross-traffic, which is especially useful when an adjacent obstruction blocks direct views. The first mirror in the back-up mirror system is the standard rear-view mirror () generally positioned inside the passenger compartment at the top edge of the front windshield at the center of the vehicle's width and whose reflective surface is generally facing the rear window of the vehicle, and the second mirror, the back-up mirror (), also mounted inside the passenger compartment, is mounted in a region behind the driver's seat, and whose reflective surface is generally facing a side of the vehicle (left-looking or right-looking). The back-up mirror system is especially useful when a backing-up driver has a limited range of neck movement preventing a direct look at oncoming cross-traffic. The back-up mirror method comprises the same back-up mirror (), which provides an alternative view of any nearby oncoming cross-traffic for a driver backing up, which view is especially useful when direct views are blocked by an adjacent obstruction.

US Patent:

PP119016, Jun 5, 2001

Filed:

Jun 1, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/324083

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MO

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 257

Abstract:

A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named `Plant No. 115`, characterized by its plant height of about 4. 5 to 6. 5 feet; very large flat flowers with fully overlapping petals; bright red flower color; flowers that maintain their flat shape for up to two days; long flowering period; resistance to diseases and insects common to Hibiscus; tolerance to humidity extremes; tolerance to drought and flooding; and tolerance to temperatures extremes.

US Patent:

PP111643, Dec 28, 1999

Filed:

Jan 16, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/007916

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MO

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

Plt 257

Abstract:

A new and distinct hybrid variety of Hibiscus moscheutos, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from seven to thirteen inches in diameter that are white with a red eye (Pantone 201u). The length of the blooming cycle is about 4-5 weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.

US Patent:

PP119008, Jun 5, 2001

Filed:

Jun 1, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/324082

Inventors:

William L. Morrison - Park Ridge IL

Assignee:

Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc. - Glencoe MO

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 257

Abstract:

A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named `Plant No. 179`, characterized by its plant height of about 3. 5 to 5. 5 feet; very large flat flowers with fully overlapping petals; vibrant pink flower color; flowers that maintain their flat shape for up to two days; long flowering period; resistance to diseases and insects common to Hibiscus; tolerance to humidity exremes; tolerance to drought and flooding; and tolerance to temperatures extremes.