Abstract: An adjustable tree stand for securing a tree in an upright vertical position comprising a tree bracket in the form of a V-channel having a lower rim for supporting the trunk of a tree, a central leg member and two side leg members which rotate on either side of the central leg member to form a tri-stand configuration, upper and lower leg-retaining plates securably mounted to the tree bracket for connecting the leg members thereto and a clamping mechanism having a clamping arm pivotally secured to one of said side leg members and engaging a locking means which is slidably mounted to the other of said side leg members.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an artificial Christmas tree which can be assembled on virtually any surface, including an uneven surface, and then adjusted to a true vertical position. The artificial Christmas tree comprises a vertical trunk member secured to a swivel base, a plurality of side arms, a plurality of bottom arms and a locking arrangement which enables the side arms and bottom arms to be quickly and easily detachably connected to the vertical trunk member and to each other. Once assembled, the artificial Christmas tree can be adorned with Christmas decorations, such as strings of Christmas lights by means of a fastening system located on each side arm. The artificial Christmas tree of the present invention is particularly useful for outdoor use since it can assembled on uneven ground and then adjusted to a true vertical position. The locking arrangement further allows the artificial Christmas tree to be simply folded upon itself for storage.