Abstract: Tree stand in which a tensioning device can move a plurality of retaining elements that are arranged about the axis of the receiving area of the stand, by means of a flexible force transmission element that can be loaded with tension, out of a loose position in which the trunk can be adjusted into a support position in which the retaining elements are positioned largely force-free on the trunk, then into an alignment position in which the retaining elements hold the trunk so that it can be aligned, finally into a retaining position in which the trunk is clamped upright, whereby the lower retaining force of the plurality of retaining elements, which force is required in the alignment position, is produced by an elastic buffer element allocated to the force transmission element.

Abstract: A float assembly light indicator for use in detecting water levels within a container, such as a Christmas tree stand, includes a float housing having multiple float switches therein and are operably connected to a remotely locatable water level light indicator.

Abstract: An apparatus for watering Christmas trees includes a bottle defining a reservoir and having an opening for allowing fluid to travel outwardly through an elongated flexible hose attached thereto. The apparatus further includes an elongated rigid tube engageable with the hose and a basin housing a tree. The apparatus further includes a stand for supporting the bottle thereon and at an inverted position. The stand includes a top member having a substantially annular portion for receiving the bottle therein and for allowing the tube to be selectively positioned therethrough. The stand further includes a plurality of fastening members for selectively engaging the top member and the base member with each other.

Abstract: This invention provides a tree stand comprising a tree retaining member (16) arranged in use to releasably mount a tree, the tree retaining member (16) comprising tree gripping means (14) comprising a resilient member moveable between a first position in which the gripping means (14) are arranged to grip a tree mounted in the tree stand, and a second position in which the gripping means (14) are arranged to enable release of a mounted tree, wherein the tree stand further comprises a means to releasably lock the gripping means in the first position (22). The invention further provides a kit comprising a tree stand of any one of claims 1 to 9 and a tree.

Abstract: The tensioning device of a tree stand has a tension lever, a ratchet wheel and a tensioning body coaxial therewith, and a lever catch that is movably guided on the tension lever like a ratchet or one-way coupling and that is detachably mechanically linked to the ratchet wheel and that when the tension lever is actuated to create tension engages the teeth of the ratchet wheel such that a part connected to elements for retaining the tree is wound on the tensioning body, thus securely clamping the tree. The tensioning device furthermore has a first catch for engaging the teeth of the ratchet wheel and blocks the latter's rotation in the sense of unwinding of the tensioning body. For each release actuation of the tension lever, the first catch disengages from the teeth of the ratchet wheel, whereby thereupon a second catch blocks the release when the second catch strikes the blocking flank of the tooth of the ratchet wheel in the release direction.

Abstract: A novel moisture detector for detecting moisture in potting media or soil for plants includes a body formed to represent a creature. Inside the body is a processor and a battery. One or more probes adapted to be inserted into soil extend from the body and send an electrical signal to the processor to indicate a level of moisture proximate to said probes. At least one eye of the creature carries a light emitting diodes (LED) that lights up when the probes are inserted into soil having insufficient moisture. Furthermore, when the user touches one of the eyes, the LED lights as long as the battery has sufficient power to operate the processor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fluid supplier adapted to potted plants, which comprises an insertion pillar having a drainage aperture used to support a container, a seat disposed at the top of insertion pillar, a pad having a central hole and a guide chute mounted at the seat, wherein the central hole of the pad is in communication with the guide chute and the drainage aperture of insertion pillar, respectively. Furthermore, a rotatable adjustment member is fastened to the seat and at a predetermined position therein in response to the guide chute is formed a gently shrunk water passage, further, the container having an air inlet therebottom is assembled with the adjustment member such that air can flow into the air inlet of container so as to rotate the adjustment member to determine a specific width of water passage corresponding to the guide chute, thus enabling easily to control the amount of water for the fluid supplier adapted to potted plants.

Abstract: A gravity feed irrigation apparatus for supplying a flow of water at a controlled rate to a plant and having a lightweight shell-type enclosure that serves as a cover for a water reservoir attached to a water inlet in the cover. The reservoir is in the form of a watertight bladder that is in fluid communication with a flexible tube having a regulator for controlling the rate of water flow from the reservoir through the tube.

Abstract: A smart water filling device comprising: a vessel, having an outlet and a space extended outwardly from one side of the vessel; a tube, one side coupled to the outlet; a float device, having a housing and a float, wherein the float is disposed inside the housing and the housing has at least one opening and one side of the housing is connected to the other side of the tube; a control device, having a housing and a control circuit, wherein the housing is positioned beside the housing of the float device and the control circuit is disposed therein; and a warning device, disposed inside the space and coupled to the control circuit; whereby while the water being filled into the vessel, the control circuit can detect the position of the float and determine the water level inside the float device, and alarm to the user by way of using the warning device.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand of the kind having a container to receive water and a tree trunk and a plurality of stabilizing legs radiating outwardly from the side walls of the container includes a novel clamping mechanism comprising a plurality of gripping means, each made up of a plunger having a concave tree clamping portion, a pair of parallel arms extending therefrom with free distal ends and resiliently joined at the front of the tree clamping portion. The arms of the plunger extend through a guide member and resiliently releasable locking means are provided, whereby the plunger can be readily pushed forward to press against the tree trunk but is locked against outward movement unless and until the arms of the plunger are squeezed together to release the locking means.

Abstract: The present invention provides a revolving stand for supporting the trunk of a decorative display for circular rotation and includes a rotational unit in which the display can be received and formed of an outer casing with an open top and a turntable assembly, both of which are supported by a base that is semi-permanently associated with the rotational unit to position the unit in an elevated condition.

Abstract: An adjustable tree stand for holding a tree trunk to position a tree in a substantially vertical position, the tree stand comprised of a generally cylindrical-shaped base member having a top end and a bottom end, the bottom end adapted to be supported by a floor, a generally dish-shaped member is designed to be received by and supported by the top end of the cylindrical base member, a portion of the dish-shaped member is adapted to swivel in the top end of the cylindrical member.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand is provided with integral, adjustable, and lockable rolling casters. A series of thumb operated bolts hold the tree and a central reservoir to hold water to help the tree remain green. A series of four or five casters are provided around the bottom perimeter of the stand. Each caster is adjustable in height, which allows the user to set the tree straight or plumb.

Abstract: The float valve has a water inlet, a perforated bottom surface and a lift valve mounted between the water inlet and the bottom surface. A float and a rocker arm are used to raise and lower the disc of the lift valve in response to a water level inside the housing. The valve seat has a first vertical axis and the water inlet has a second vertical axis and the first and second vertical axes are parallel to each other and are spaced apart a distance corresponding substantially to a radius of the valve seat. In another feature, a stud on the rocker arm interferes with the valve stem when the float is in a down position, for leaning the valve stem away from the axes of the valve seat and of the water inlet.

Abstract: A refined holder structure is provided. The refined holder structure mainly includes a base having at lest one or more prop to surround thereof, wherein one of the prop is designed to be a socket with an extended line for supplying the power, and a hole mounted on a central portion thereof for mounting a sleeve, thereby through seting the sleeve, a Christmas tree can be inserted in the sleeve, and further through the socket mounted on the prop, the plugs of the decorated electric equipments (e.g. Christmas light decoration) on the tree can be put in the socket for conveniently supplying the power.

Abstract: The float valve (11) controls water level e.g. in an associated plant pot. A housing (21) has a water inlet (25) with an inlet port (26), a float (31) able to rise and fall with the level of the water in the housing (21), a valve operating mechanism (60) able to open and close the port (26), and an actuator means (40) to operate the valve operating mechanism when the float (31) rises and falls to predetermined levels. For opening and closing the inlet port (26), there is a valve operating mechanism comprising a valve operator (60) having a valve member (67) and a lever (61) mounted for pivoting movement about generally central pivot point (65). Actuator means (40) is coupled to the float (31) and switches between a standby condition an active condition respectively to the closed and open positions of the valve operating mechanism (60).

Abstract: The Christmas tree stand of this invention includes an annular ring base supporting a central upright post having a tree trunk set pin at its bottom end and a transverse opening adjacent its top end for receiving the screw thread end of a screw crank for threading into the side of a tree trunk. The screw crank extends from the screw thread end to an intermediate angular bend which includes an arcuate portion providing an impact anvil aligned with the screw thread for striking by a hammer to set the screw thread into the side of a tree trunk. The screw crank is secured releasably to the ring base for storage, by a socket member secured to the ring base for receiving the screw thread end and by an angular clip member secured to the ring base to capture an intermediate portion of the screw crank.

Abstract: A tree stand having a water reservoir and a plurality of tree support posts therein which are disposed inwardly of the side wall of the reservoir to position the posts close to the tree to minimize the stresses on the bolts which engage the tree for maintaining it in an upright position. The stand may be small enough for use on a table top and molded from a plastic resin, or it may have a reinforcing spike molded into the plastic resin for a stand used for larger trees.

Abstract: A self-contained portable display for use in displaying decorative or informational objects in the home, office or the like. The display includes a base portion including a top surface and a bottom surface and an integral sheath which serves both as a storage cover and as a decorative skirt. In a preferred form of the invention, the sheath includes a first layer and a second layer, between which is arranged the base portion, and a hem extending about a peripheral edge. Arranged within the hem and extending around the peripheral edge, is a drawstring which serves both as a closure and as a handle for the display when placed in a storage configuration. In addition, a plurality of support points are arranged on a bottom portion of the base for attaching a respective plurality of removable support members.

Abstract: The present invention provides a Christmas tree watering device or system. The Christmas tree watering device comprises an ice chute assembly usable in combination with a Christmas tree water reservoir. The ice chute assembly comprises an ice chute and a knockdown type dipstick. The ice chute comprises an ice inlet, an ice outlet, a reservoir-engaging flange, and a continuous, substantially rectangular, lateral cross section for channeling ice cubes. Additionally, the present invention provides an ice chute whereby the entire exterior chute surface is provided with ornamental markings in a ladder-shaped design. The ornamental ice chute thus resembles an ornamental ladder leading from the Christmas tree water reservoir to a select Christmas tree branch. Further, the ornamental ice chute is adorned with an ornamental figurine posed so as to create an amusing Christmas ornament, the amusing the amusing Christmas ornament being that of an ornamental character climbing the ornamental ladder.

Abstract: A self-contained cut Christmas tree, or water flow deprived other tree, watering apparatus having a water storage portion and a tree surround portion fluidly connected. The tree surround houses a plurality of water injectors, which are screwed into the tree trunk once the tree surround is fixed in a tree encircling position. Water flows from the storage portion, which is disposed at a higher elevation to the tree surround disposed at a lower elevation through the injectors directly into the interior of the tree.

Abstract: A portable tree stand has a lower surface adapted for resting on a substantially level plane and an upper surface comprising a bowl-shaped depression provided with an upstanding rigid pin assembly being located in the bowl depression, with the pin assembly being integral of a central platform component of the bowl inner surface. The sidewalls of the stand extend radially outward to the lower most periphery thereof and present an external conical frustum skirt.

Abstract: A stand for plants or trees having a self-watering device coupled thereto is disclosed. The self-watering device comprises a reservoir that is fluidically coupled to a support container in which the plant or tree is secured. The top of the reservoir is positioned below the top of the support container such that when water is placed in the reservoir and allowed to flow into the support container, the support container will not overflow. The conduit between the reservoir and the support container may be of any useful length but is preferably long enough to extend beyond the foliage of the plant or tree so as to permit easy access to the reservoir. A bottle or other container may be inverted and placed in the reservoir to provide an extended supply of water to the self-watering device.

Abstract: A tree stand which provides both easy and quick mounting of the tree in the tree stand and a source of continuing water supply to the cut end of the tree. Mounting assemblies are provided wherein a mounting shaft may be slide to the tree with a grip plate on the inside end of the mounting shaft to engage the tree and then have a pivot latch engage the thread of the mounting shaft to permit the mounting shaft to be turned on the thread to firmly press the grip plate against the tree. A reservoir holds water which is fed into the container holding the tree when a float actuated valve permits the water to enter the container.

Abstract: An evergreen Christmas tree is a Christmas tree dug out with root having means to split root core from root skin with a thin portion of outboard root core, means to bend said root skins with thin cores from a vertical plane into a horizontal plane, means to cut the root core, means to protect the root skins and root cores from rotten, means to hold the tree steady by a fixture, and means to hold and not to hold earth and water so that the tree will be alive continuously indoor and outdoor for the years to come.

Abstract: A tree stand having a water reservoir and a plurality of tree support posts therein which are disposed inwardly of the side wall of the reservoir to position the posts close to the tree to minimize the stresses on the bolts which engage the tree for maintaining it in an upright position. The stand may be small enough for use on a table top and molded from a plastic resin, or it may have a reinforcing spike molded into the plastic resin for a stand used for larger trees.

Abstract: A self-clamping Christmas tree stand provides a stable platform for a Christmas tree that allows simple installation and adjustment of the tree angle without having to be positioned under the tree to perform the adjustments. The tree stand uses the weight of the tree to firmly clamp the tree's trunk. A clamping mechanism provides a constant grip that will not loosen unless an upward force is provided by the user. The adjustment range of the tree trunk angle with respect to the vertical plane may be varied to accommodate tree trunks of different shapes. Lastly, the tree stand includes a large liquid reservoir to maintain the tree's moisture content.

Abstract: The invention regards a releasable fastening device for an object (40) that in the fastening area for a base (10) is bar-shaped and has a cross section with a round or non-round peripheral shape, e.g. a Christmas tree. When fastening, the object (40) is inserted into an opening (18) between one or several resilient clamping parts (34) that are equipped with e.g. teeth or barbs against the object (40), and further into a centring point (20) at the lower end of the opening (18). The clamping part(s) (34) are rotatably or non-rotatably attached to the periphery of an annular element (28), and each clamping part is preferably rotatable or resilient in the radial direction of the opening (18). In the opening (18), the annular element (28) abuts a preferably circular and horizontal abutment surface (26) in the wall (24) of the opening (18).

Abstract: A revolving tree stand having a bucket into which the terminating end of a tree's trunk is inserted whereby a spike in the bucket retains the trunk in the bucket. Securement near the top of the bucket adjustably supports the tree in an upright and straight position. The bucket holds a quantity of water and a float indicator is employed for visually indicating water level. The bucket is rotatably mounted on a stationary support which incorporates roller bearings on which the bottom of the bucket rests. Therefore, rotation of the tree via the bucket is achieved by the bearings at the bottom of the bucket and, if desired, bearings at the top of the bucket.

Abstract: A tree stand for supporting a tree includes a base. The base includes a receptacle for receiving and supporting the trunk of the tree. A fluid reservoir for storing a fluid is detachably connected to the base. A first valve is attached to the reservoir and is operable between and open and closed position to allow fluid to flow outwardly of the reservoir in the open position and to prevent fluid from flowing outwardly of the reservoir in the closed position. A second valve is attached to the base and is in fluid communication with the receptacle. The second valve is operable in an open position to allow fluid to flow into the receptacle, and a closed position to prevent fluid from flowing outwardly of the receptacle.

Abstract: A self-clamping Christmas tree stand provides a stable platform for a Christmas tree that allows simple installation and adjustment of the tree angle without having to be positioned under the tree to perform the adjustments. The tree stand uses the weight of the tree to firmly clamp the tree's trunk. A clamping mechanism provides a constant grip that will not loosen unless an upward force is provided by the user. The adjustment range of the tree trunk angle with respect to the vertical plane may be varied to accommodate tree trunks of different shapes. Lastly, the tree stand includes a large liquid reservoir to maintain the tree's moisture content.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand construction (10) including a housing member (20) in the shape of a miniature house and having a roof (21) provided with an enlarged chimney (22) having a central opening (23) and a plurality of peripheral apertures (24) dimensioned to receive fastening elements (41) for captively engaging the trunk (101) of a Christmas tree (100) in an upright fashion within the chimney (22); wherein, the central opening (23) in the chimney (22) is adapted to be in open fluid communication with an enlarged fluid reservoir (40) in the case of a live cut Christmas tree (100) or adapted to receive a cup-shaped receptacle element (42) that supports the bottom of the trunk (101) of an artificial tree.

Abstract: An improved watering system for a Christmas tree which is mounted for sale or displayed in a commercial stand which defines a water retaining basin, the system being remotely located relative to the tree, and which system employs a water resistant container disguised as a Christmas gift, with a vessel to be filled with water removably disposed inside of the container. The vessel and optionally the container each having a water level indicator.

Abstract: The system should be in place before being filled with water. “In place” meaning the system should be positioned around the base of the tree, plant or shrubbery that requires watering. The small drip control valves can be turned off to stop the drip as necessary.

Abstract: A self-filling Christmas tree stand includes a supporting base with receptacle for vertically mounting a tree, set screws or other securing means for securing the Christmas tree in a vertical position, and an integral reservoir built into the base for keeping the tree watered. A remote reservoir is provided and this includes a watertight box with cover to allow replenishment with water. A hose is connected between the remote reservoir and the integral reservoir in the base of the tree stand to transfer water to the latter. This maintains the reservoir in the base of the tree stand substantially full of water. The remote reservoir is inconspicuous because is adorned to look like a wrapped Christmas present. Moreover, the remote reservoir can be easily detached for convenient filling and cleaning.

Abstract: A fluid injection apparatus and associated method for supplying a pressurized fluid to a permeable portion of a tree. A fluid injection apparatus comprising a receptacle engageable with the tree forms a chamber around the permeable portion of the tree. A reservoir supplies fluid to a pump which selectively transfers the fluid from the reservoir to the chamber, pressurizing the fluid in the chamber. A tree stand comprising a tree clamp and supporting legs can comprise the fluid injection apparatus. The apparatus enables the method of supplying a pressurized fluid to the permeable portion of a tree comprising: providing a fluid-retaining chamber around a permeable portion of the tree; providing a reservoir containing a supply of the fluid; and selectively pumping the fluid from the reservoir to pressurize the chamber.

Abstract: A combination support and irrigator for a planting having an upwardly extending trunk is disclosed. The device includes a housing having an upper end, a lower end and defining an interior chamber. The lower end is adapted to be positioned on a ground support surface while an opening at the upper end of the housing is dimensioned to circumscribe the trunk of the planting and limit the deflection of the trunk. A plurality of stakes extend downwardly from a lower end of the housing and are adapted for insertion into the ground support surface. At least one of the stakes includes a fluid passage extending between a distal end of the stake and the interior chamber of the housing so that a liquid contained within the housing flows from the housing chamber, through the stake and into the ground support surface.

Abstract: A method for afforestation of sands and the like and a structure used for said method. The method and structure permit trees and vegetables to take root and grow easily and certainly in tropical arid land.

Abstract: A tree stand having an inner well to contain water and an outer peripheral skirt for buttressing the well has pins which slide to engage a tree in the well. Access openings are provided in the peripheral skirt through which the pins of nested tree stands may penetrate so that a plurality of stands may be vertically stacked.

Abstract: There is provided a tree irrigation device which includes a tree stand having a device for maintaining water around the butt end of a tree, a water reservoir located apart from the tree, and a conduit having a first end connected to the base of the water reservoir and a second end connected to the base of the device for maintaining water. When the device is assembled and water is placed in the reservoir, the level of water in the reservoir and the tree stand receptacle are the same.

Abstract: A combination support and irrigator for a planting having an upwardly extending trunk is disclosed. The device includes a housing having an upper end, a lower end and defining an interior chamber. The lower end is adapted to be positioned on a ground support surface while an opening at the upper end of the housing is dimensioned to circumscribe the trunk of the planting and limit the deflection of the trunk. A plurality of stakes extend downwardly from a lower end of the housing and are adapted for insertion into the ground support surface. At least one of the stakes includes a fluid passage extending between a distal end of the stake and the interior chamber of the housing so that a liquid contained within the housing flows from the housing chamber, through the stake and into the ground support surface.

Abstract: A tree stand (10) comprising a base (12) extending about an axis (A) and a tree support wall (14) extending about the axis (A) upwardly from the base (12) to an open top. The top of the support wall (14) and the open top of a receptacle (24) define trunk support portions (26) and liquid storage portions (28) disposed about the axis (A). The trunk support portions (26) are disposed radially closer to the axis (A) than the storage portions (28) and the support portions (26) are intermingled with and alternate the storage portions (28) circumferentially about the axis (A) and the wall (14) undulates continuously and circumferentially about the axis (A) through the support (26) and storage (28) portions.

Abstract: A stand for supporting an elongate upright structure, including a base having a substantially larger perimeter that the structure to be supported, a plurality of support cables attached to the base at spaced-apart intervals along the perimeter thereof for being extended upwardly and inwardly towards the structure being supported, each of the support cables carrying an attachment hook thereon. The stand also includes a collar for being releasably and adjustably secured along the perimeter of the structure, and an attachment means complementary with the hooks for receiving the hooks and thereby maintaining the support cables in a tensioned condition between the base and the collar, the attachment means being adjustable in relation to the collar for alignment with the cables.

Abstract: A Christmas tree watering apparatus which allows the tree to be watered without crawling under the tree. The apparatus includes a funnel, an upspout, two lengths of pipe, and a downspout, all supported by a stand which rests on the floor and has a loop which fits around one of the pipes to hold the apparatus in position.

Abstract: Christmas tree stand watering apparatus includes a water container which may be located somewhat remotely from a Christmas tree stand and then a conduit extends from the container into the Christmas tree stand. In the embodiment illustrated, the container comprises a pair of reservoir elements, with a connecting conduit connecting the two reservoir elements. A relatively long conduit extends from the connecting conduit to the Christmas tree stand. A pump, with appropriate check valves, is disposed in the conduit for starting the siphon action from the container to the Christmas tree stand. An element, which may be metallic element, is disposed in the conduit to keep the bottom of the conduit from contacting the bottom of the Christmas tree stand and the element extends upwardly within the conduit to provide a stable and secure routing path over the top wall of a stand.

Abstract: A tree stand having a unitarily molded plastic body having a pentagonal reservoir with a downwardly curved buttress extending radially outward on each side of the reservoir to a peripherally extending base flange defining inwardly curving arcs between adjacent buttresses, upwardly directed retaining walls disposed along said arcs between said buttresses; and a bolt receptacle elevated above the reservoir at the top of each buttress.

Abstract: A new and useful device for the watering, in a continuous basis, with great physical ease, of a Christmas tree.

Abstract: The present invention planter water level control device includes a pot with a water level indicator means and a drainage means to prevent or eliminate overfill of liquid. In some embodiments it includes both a pot and a pot holder. Either the pot or the pot holder of both may contain the water indicator level means and may contain the drainage means. One version of the water level indicator means is a housing with a water inlet opening in the form of a tube, and this may or may not include a float or stem. Alternative indicators include vertical transparent sections as well as electronically based signalling means.

Abstract: A support device for supporting a substantially vertical pole within an open-topped receptacle comprising a substantially vertical open-topped tube secured to a first flat plate. The first flat plate is locatable within the receptacle, and a second flat plate is locatable outside the receptacle. The two plates are secured to one another by suitable securing means such that part of the receptacle is trapped therebetween.

Abstract: A device for watering a Christmas tree at its base with a fluid such as water. The device comprises a unitary, molded, generally spherical receptacle having a top pole and an opposing bottom pole, and comprising an open-top, hollow, half spherical bottom having a top lip, the bottom comprising a reservoir for receiving fluid, and having a drainage outlet substantially at the bottom pole, and a half spherical lid having a lower perimeter that matches the top lip of the bottom, the lid hinged to the bottom by a molded, living hinge. The lid may be closed against the bottom so that the lid completely covers the open top of the bottom. There is a molded structure at the top pole, for removably attaching the device to one or more of the tree branches, and a conduit for transferring fluid said fluid from the reservoir to the tree base.