Registering a new hybrid cross.

[John M]

Can anyone tell me how I register a new hybrid cross, online? Is there a particular webpage at the RHS site? I can't check, my computer is so old, it has a lot of difficulty opening most webpages; so, searching would take hours. However, if I had the specific URL, I can go straight to that page and do the registration. Thanks.

 

[Ryan Young]

Hi John, https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/plantsmanship/plant-registration/orchid-hybrid-registration

 

[John M]

Thanks very much, Ryan! I got the page to open and I've downloaded the form.

 

[NYEric]

Whatcha got??

 

[Redtwist]

I can only dream about one day creating and registering a hybrid, but out of interest what are the 'rules' for doing it? I assume it must be previously untried/registered, but can it only be officially recognised once grown to flowering, or can things be registered once a batch of viable seedlings are established?

 

[NYEric]

Yes, you can register unbloomed seedlings. I have some very nice sanderianum album seedlings for you. Only $500 each. :evil:
No, you have to have made the cross (or gotten permission from the hybridizer) and post a bloom photo.

 

[Redtwist]

Yes, you can register unbloomed seedlings. I have some very nice sanderianum album seedlings for you. Only $500 each. :evil:
No, you have to have made the cross (or gotten permission from the hybridizer) and post a bloom photo.

Ok, thanks.
I'll take the whole tray of sandys, plus a unicorn. oke:

 

[John M]

Whatcha got??

Just sent my registration forms in today. 'Looking forward to posting photos and related information once I get confirmation back that my registration has been accepted.

 

[John M]

I can only dream about one day creating and registering a hybrid, but out of interest what are the 'rules' for doing it? I assume it must be previously untried/registered, but can it only be officially recognised once grown to flowering, or can things be registered once a batch of viable seedlings are established?

Chris, to answer all your questions, go here:

https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/pdfs/plant-registration-forms/orchid-hybrid-registration.pdf

....and open the 2 page registration form. Page #2 has the rules all laid out for you. Yes, at least one seedling must've come into bloom. No, photos are not required, unless the cross is a primary hybrid, or it creates a new Genus.

 

[Ozpaph]

John, shout yourself a new computer!

 

[AdamD]

Just sent my registration forms in today. 'Looking forward to posting photos and related information once I get confirmation back that my registration has been accepted.

Just a fair warning, it can take around 3 months for a cross to be registered. Don't hold your breath like I did.

 

[terryros]

It took three days for a recent Phrag cross that Orchids Limited registered. Confirmation was received electronically. Within a week, Blue Nanta was showing the new hybrid, because this seems linked directly to RHS.


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[Bjorn]

I've done it a couple of times, and never took it more than a few days. However, I did everything by e-mail in direct contact with Julian and his staff. They are nice and helpful so no reason not to contact them if you have questions.

 

[John M]

John, shout yourself a new computer!

Oh God, yes! I've actually got the money now. I just have to find the time to go talk to my "computer guy" and choose what I want, etc., etc. This boat anchor that I'm currently using is on it's last legs.....so frustrating! It was new in January, 2008. At the time, it was right up to date with all the technology. Now, it's over 8 years old, which is about 150 in "computer years"! :wink:

 

[John M]

Just a fair warning, it can take around 3 months for a cross to be registered. Don't hold your breath like I did.

It took less than 12 hours. I downloaded the form, printed it, filled it out, scanned it and then sent it, along with a photo of the first flower, in to Julian as an e-mail attachment. That was late afternoon yesterday. At 2:36 a.m. this morning, I got the confirmation from Julian that my cross had been registered and was now official. Dealing with Julian and his staff was a breeze and very enjoyable! I could not have asked for better, or faster service!

 

[trdyl]

It took less than 12 hours. I downloaded the form, printed it, filled it out, scanned it and then sent it, along with a photo of the first flower, in to Julian as an e-mail attachment. That was late afternoon yesterday. At 2:36 a.m. this morning, I got the confirmation from Julian that my cross had been registered and was now official. Dealing with Julian and his staff was a breeze and very enjoyable! I could not have asked for better, or faster service!

Did you pay the fee via credit card or snail mail?

 

[John M]

Did you pay the fee via credit card or snail mail?

I paid by Visa.....not by snail mail. The whole transaction, from beginning to end, took less than 12 hours.

 

[Redtwist]

Many thanks for the info link, John, and congratulations on getting your cross accepted.

 

[NYEric]

What cross?

 

[John M]

What cross?

Seriously?

Check this thread: http://http://www.slippertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42144