Special receptacle or package – For a plant – flower – or tree
Reexamination Certificate
2000-03-20
2001-10-16
Gehman, Bryon P. (Department: 3728)
Special receptacle or package
For a plant, flower, or tree
C047S084000, C206S509000, C220S004240
Reexamination Certificate
active
06302271
ABSTRACT:
STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT
Not Applicable
REFERENCE TO A MICROFICHE APPENDIX
Not Applicable
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a protective shipping container for flowers, such as roses or tulips. Flowers, such as roses, are grown in areas far removed from the population centers and markets which they serve. Hence, the provisions for shipping of such flowers is an important aspect of the economics of the flower business, and an inexpensive, lightweight, but highly protective shipping container is an optimum requirement.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
A closeable shipping container for containment of a plurality of flowers with stems which includes separated protective bud-containing housings and/or separate stem supporting means. The container is made of plastic, or other lightweight, but strong materials. The container is dimensioned so that the volume it occupies, per dozen flowers, is most economical to ship. The container may be configured such that the lid compartment and base compartment are identical.
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Fulwider Patton Lee & Utecht LLP
Gehman Bryon P.
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