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Poa pratensis L. Kentucky bluegrass · Agricultural · bred by Novel AG

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety «Blue Sapphire» (also known under the number NA-K992) belongs to the compact type of Kentucky bluegrass. The plant is distinguished by a fine leaf texture, very dark green color, and high turf density.

The variety possesses aggressive lateral growth due to rhizomes, which ensures rapid sod healing and good wear tolerance. It possesses increased tolerance to high temperatures, however, it may be susceptible to powdery mildew. It is characterized by a long period of winter dormancy and late spring green-up.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

terminated no record

Variety registered as early as 3 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Novel AG, Inc. 39 Developed the variety
Applicant
Novel AG, Inc. Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
CZ - COLUMBIA RIVER SEED Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Terminated

    № 206491

    Registration
    9 April 2011
    Terminated
    31 December 2021
  • TR Turkey Active

    № Blue Sapphire

    Registration
    27 September 2012
  • GB United Kingdom Withdrawn

    № 63/71

    Application
    21 October 2004
    Terminated
    9 April 2008
  • CZ Czechia Protection expired

    № P9092

    Application
    18 January 2008
    Registration
    9 April 2011
    Terminated
    31 December 2021

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

United States of America № 200400262
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  1. Application filed 28 June 2004
  2. Registered 12 August 2009
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

Records are sourced from official registry publications. Data sources and legal status

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