US3579908A
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Support for growing plants
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-05-12
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Granted: 1971-05-25
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Expires: 1989-05-12
Abstract
Abstract Plant support devices are provided in the form of a multiflanged tubular member having apertures in the flanges to receive tie means, such as string or rope. One end of the device is conical and the flanges are beveled to facilitate driving it in the ground. Apertures are provided in the conical end to permit liquid placed in the tubular section to drain slowly outward into the ground adjacent plant roots. An elaborate support system such as for vines may be provided by connecting a plurality of such devices together with tubular branch connectors. Modifications include outlet openings along the length of horizontal tubes to permit spray patterns of liquid introduced through a branch of one of the branch connectors. Various other modifications are also provided.
Inventors
- 👤 John Robert Morgan
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 07:37
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01G; A01G17/00; A01G17/04; A01G17/06; A01G9/00; A01G9/12; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/55; Y10T403/555; Y10T403/57; Y10T403/5733
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 18
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
A plant support comprising a longitudinal tubular section, longitudinal flanges integral with and extending substantially the length of the said tubular section, said flanges extending radially outward from the exterior surface of the tubular section, said flanges being tapered to a common point at one end of the tubular section, a portion of the tubular section at said end being a continuation of the taper of the flanges to provide a lower support end to be driven into the ground, said portion having apertures for the discharge of liquid from the interior tubular member, said flanges having means for engaging filamental support members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
A plant support comprising a longitudinal tubular section, longitudinal flanges integral with and extending substantially the length of the said tubular section, said flanges extending radially outward from the exterior surface of the tubular section, said flanges being tapered to a common point at one end of the tubular section, a portion of the tubular section at said end being a continuation of the taper of the flanges to provide a lower support end to be driven into the ground, said portion having apertures for the discharge of liquid from the interior tubular member, said flanges having means for engaging filamental support members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A plant support as defined by claim 1 in which a group of four flanges are provided equally spaced circumferentially.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A plant support as defined by claim 1 in which the flanges are provided with apertures for the reception of filamental supports.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
A plant support as defined by claim 3 in which the flanges contain slits continuous with and extending from the apertures.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
A plant support as defined by claim 1 in which the flanges are provided with hook members for engaging a filamental object.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
A plant support as defined by claim 1 and a tubular connector having a plurality of branches, one branch being connected to the upper end of the tubular section.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
A plant support as defined by claim 6 in which the tubular connector is angular.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
15 words
A plant support as defined by claim 6 in which the tubular connector is T-shaped.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
30 words
A plant support as defined by claim 6 in which the end of the tubular section contains a plastic liner for frictional engagement with a branch of the tubular connector.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
A plant support as defined by claim 1 in which reinforcing longitudinal ribs are disposed at the ends of the flanges.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
54 words
A plant support comprising sections of vertical ground members having each a plurality of longitudinal flanges extending radially from a common central axis, said sections being joined together by connectors, said connectors comprising a solid member having slits at the top and bottom to receive and frictionally engage adjacent corresponding ends of the sections.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
54 words
A plant support comprising sections of vertical ground members having each a plurality of longitudinal flanges extending radially from a common central axis, said sections being joined together by connectors, said connectors comprising a solid member having slits at the top and bottom to receive and frictionally engage adjacent corresponding ends of the sections.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
31 words
A plant support as defined by claim 11 and legs connected to the flanges of the stake and extending outwardly therefrom to contact the ground in which the stake is imbedded.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
33 words
A plant support as defined by claim 11 in which the flanges of the bottom and of the lowermost section are tapered to a common point to facilitate driving it in the ground.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
141 words
A plant support comprising at least two longitudinal tubular sections, each section having longitudinal flanges integral with and extending substantially the length of the said tubular section, said flanges extending radially outward from the exterior surface of the tubular section, said flanges being tapered to a common point at one end of the tubular section, a portion of the tubular section at said end being a continuation of the taper of the flanges to provide a lower support end to be driven into the ground, a tubular horizontal member between the tops of said sections, said horizontal member having a perforated flange extending outwardly and substantially the length of the member, means connecting the ends of the horizontal member with the upper ends of the tubular sections, respectively, the perforations of said flange being adapted for the reception of filamental elements.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
141 words
A plant support comprising at least two longitudinal tubular sections, each section having longitudinal flanges integral with and extending substantially the length of the said tubular section, said flanges extending radially outward from the exterior surface of the tubular section, said flanges being tapered to a common point at one end of the tubular section, a portion of the tubular section at said end being a continuation of the taper of the flanges to provide a lower support end to be driven into the ground, a tubular horizontal member between the tops of said sections, said horizontal member having a perforated flange extending outwardly and substantially the length of the member, means connecting the ends of the horizontal member with the upper ends of the tubular sections, respectively, the perforations of said flange being adapted for the reception of filamental elements.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
26 words
A plant support as defined by claim 14 in which the horizontal tubular member is provided with apertures for the escape of liquid from the interior.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-05-24 | 1974-11-23 | 1975-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-24 | 1978-11-23 | 1979-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-24 | 1982-11-23 | 1983-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |