Roy Glenville Klehm

US Patent:

PP42471, May 2, 1978

Filed:

May 9, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/795310

Inventors:

Roy G. Klehm - Barrington IL

Assignee:

Klehm Boys Partnership - Arlington Heights IL

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 68

Abstract:

A new peony plant variety particularly distinguished by the vibrant orange-coral color of its buds and newly opened flower petals which gradually changes as the blossom matures to become an unusual coral cream color when the petals begin to fall from the stem. This plant is an early blooming variety of medium height, with average quantity of foliage and a profuse production of medium sized semi-double flowers.

US Patent:

PP42331, Apr 4, 1978

Filed:

Apr 14, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/787714

Inventors:

Roy G. Klehm - Barrington IL

Assignee:

Klehm Boys' Partnership - Arlington Heights IL

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 68

Abstract:

A new variety of peony plant having medium sized midseason blooms combining a near perfect rose-type peony flower form with beautiful soft Venetian pink colors and above average lasting qualities both on the plant and as cut flowers. The blooms are carried on strong, weather-resistant stems and the foliage of the plant is clean and attractive which enhances the total reliability and dependability of this variety over a wide geographical area.

US Patent:

61645370, Dec 26, 2000

Filed:

Jul 14, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/115126

Inventors:

Frank Mariani - Lake Forest IL
Roy Klehm - South Barrington IL
Kit Klehm - Barrington Hills IL
John Cusack - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Klehm Ornamentals, LLC - Hampshire IL

International Classification:

G06K 1500

US Classification:

235383

Abstract:

A system for inventorying and distributing potted plants for a greenhouse includes a system of elevated rails disposed throughout the greenhouse. Rolling benches travel on the system of rails so that the potted plants may be transported to and from proper growth positions in the greenhouse. Plants that are ready to be shipped to retailers are tagged with labels via hog rings and loaded from a rolling bench onto a spacer tray that features receptacles sized so as to prevent the plants from tipping during transport. A number of spacer trays are loaded onto a rolling plant rack for delivery to a retailer's store via a delivery truck. Filled plant racks are rolled off of the delivery truck and into position at the retailer's store and exchanged for empty plant racks. The plant racks feature shelves that are spaced to allow easy plant maintenance in the store. The shelves are also tilted to allow display of the plants.

US Patent:

PP42498, May 2, 1978

Filed:

May 9, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/795312

Inventors:

Roy G. Klehm - Barrington IL

Assignee:

Klehm Boys Partnership - Arlington Heights IL

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 68

Abstract:

A new variety of peony plant distinguished by an almost perfect "bomb" type of white flower which is produced profusely late in the peony blooming season and which has an above average lasting quality, both on the plant and as a cut flower. The plant is of medium height with a rapid growth habit, above average strength, and abundant deep green foliage.

US Patent:

PP42480, May 2, 1978

Filed:

May 9, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/795311

Inventors:

Roy G. Klehm - Barrington IL

Assignee:

Klehm Boys Partnership - Arlington Heights IL

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 68

Abstract:

A new variety of peony lactiflora distinguished by a profuse production of medium sized flowers with petalage of the Japanese type providing large, white, rounded, and smooth guard petals surrounding a large central mass of yellow stamenoids, the flowers being further distinguished by the unusual appearance of white petaloids at the center of the bloom and by a high degree of peony fragrance. This plant is of medium height with average strength, a rapid growth rate and abundant clear green foliage, and a mid-season blooming habit.

US Patent:

PP42340, Apr 4, 1978

Filed:

Apr 14, 1977

Appl. No.:

5/787715

Inventors:

Roy G. Klehm - Barrington IL

Assignee:

Klehm Boys' Partnership - Arlington Heights IL

International Classification:

A01H 500

US Classification:

PLT 68

Abstract:

A new variety of peony plant characterized by the very large size of its flamboyant flowers which are distinguished by large, notched and slightly ruffled guard petals, and by a pleasing soft pink overall coloring. This new plant is also characterized by its profuse, midseason production of fragrant flowers having an above average lasting quality both on the plant and as a cut flower.