Abstract: A tree stand featuring a plurality of retaining elements and a single clamping element which acts upon all of the retaining elements via a load transmission element. The load transmission element comprises a flexible, substantially inextensible connecting part having tensile strength which initially moves all of the retaining elements essentially free of a retaining force into contact with the trunk of the tree, and then presses all of the retaining elements against the tree trunk with an essentially identical retaining force.

Abstract: A stand for supporting a cut tree trunk in a vertical position includes a tree trunk encircling clamp, having a first curvate locking jaw and a second curvate locking jaw each having a free end and a base end. The base ends are pivotally connected to each other at a base. The locking jaws include a serrated inner surface convexly curved in a radially inward direction facing each other for closure with a tree trunk. A locking clamp includes a rigid handle fixedly secured to the base end of the first locking jaw and a pivoting handle pivotally secured to the second pivoted jaw adjacent the base end of the rigid handle. The pivoting handle extends radially outwardly to respective distal free ends of the first and second curvate locking jaws. An adjustable locking shaft is threadedly mounted within the rigid handle and extends radially inwardly thereof. A pair of elongated locking toggles are pivoted at a respective inner pivot end in the first curvate locking jaw and in the pivoting handle.

Abstract: A tree stand of the present invention includes a base defining a tree area, at least one positioning jaw, and at least one securing jaw. The tree stand also includes a pneumatic actuator assembly that actuates the securing jaw in a first direction into the tree area. When the jaws are against the tree they form a clamp that holds the tree upright in the tree area. The tree stand also includes a pneumatic release valve assembly that actuates the securing jaw in a second direction out of the tree area.

Abstract: A tree planter stand adapted to stabilize, attractively support, and display a Christmas Tree. The stand includes a support stanchion insert disposed within the planter and a tree trunk riser extending upwardly thereof and operable to receive and support a tree trunk. The stanchion insert has a cover which includes a lower facing generally circular support rim sized to overlie and abut the planter support ridge. A central drain plug is provided in the bottom of the stanchion insert to drain any excess water.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand vertically mounts a cylindrical tube from the bottom of a water container and so that it extends from the top thereof. An inflatable cylindrical bladder is mounted lengthwise to the inside of the tube. The stand is mounted on the trunk of a horizontal tree by inserting its bladder thereon and then inflating the bladder to tightly engage the trunk and center on it. The tree is then uprighted. Leveling screws in the bottom of the stand permit compensating for unlevel room floors and crooked trunks. A container for water about the tube adds ballast and provides life sustaining liquid to the tree trunk through holes in the bottom of the cylinder and in an upwardly concave plate in the bottom of the cylinder supporting the trunk in spaced relation to the container floor.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand stores by rotation a decorative electrical light string in an orderly manner on an enclosed rotary drum, and also delivers and electrically energizes the light string for decorating the tree.

Abstract: A pedestal for receiving and fixing a shaft having a main body that has an upper reception portion and a lower base portion. The upper reception portion includes at least one side wall which defines a reception cavity for receiving the shaft. The side wall of the upper reception portion includes a gap which extends axially and a first and a second web positioned to opposite sides of the gap and on an interior surface of the side wall. The side wall includes a through-hole extending from the interior surface of the side wall and opening out an exterior surface of the side wall. The pedestal further includes a gap closing member which is supported by at least one of the webs and extends across the gap and is accessible by way of the through-hole such as via one end of the closing member.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for installing a post particularly for use with vinyl fencing. The apparatus includes a mounting fitting having a first member defining a web and an aperture and a second member defining a peripheral surface. The aperture formed by the first member is disposable about a stake such that the first member is engageable with the outer surface of the stake to frictionally support the mounting fitting thereon. The peripheral surface of the second member is connected to the first member by the web and is engageable with the inner surface of a hollow post to frictionally support the post about the stake. The related method for installing a post includes the steps of securing a mounting stake to a surface, frictionally coupling a mounting fitting to the stake, and sliding a hollow post about the stake and mounting fittings such that the mounting fitting frictionally supports the hollow post about the stake.

Abstract: A stand for supporting and displaying cut trees includes a closed hexagonal base having three upwardly and inwardly projecting legs that converge in about the center of the hexagonal base and that support a V-shaped cradle having upper and lower cradle arms that contact the tree trunk on two sides at both an upper location and at a lower location. A chain latching mechanism tightly fastens a chain about the circumference of the tree at a location between the upper and lower cradle arms.

Abstract: A protective cover for covering an end of a concrete reinforcing bar so as to prevent injuries caused by coming into contact with the end of the concrete reinforcing bar, the protective cover including an elongated cylindrical collar for securing the protective cover to an exposed end of a concrete reinforcing bar, a cap which is arranged perpendicularly to the elongated cylindrical collar, and a bowl-shaped seat which is disposed between the elongated cylindrical collar and the cap and which is positioned such that a convex side of the bowl-shaped seat is directed toward the cap.

Abstract: A compact tree stand has a generally cylindrical container having an open top, closed bottom and a wall extending therebetween which together define a central cavity. A plurality of legs are releasably attached to the exterior of the container and may be interconnected by braces. The cavity and the legs are sized so that the diameter of the cavity is greater than the height of the legs half the length of each leg is less than the depth of the cavity. This enables the legs to be nested within the cavity so that the tree stand can be placed in a relatively small box for shipment and sale. An inner cup can be placed within the cavity and may rotate relative to the container. Stepped ribs or an insert having a conical cavity may be placed within the inner cup or the container to enable the tree stand to hold artificial trees having different trunk diameters. A water reservoir is preferably attached to the container and legs. A wick and water retaining pad may also be provided.

Abstract: A post having particular utility for use in a highway sound barrier wherein a number of posts are set along the highway to support acoustical panels. Each post is made of reinforced precast concrete having side channels to mount the acoustical panels. The posts are supported on poured concrete footings having a tapered depression in the top surface which is reinforced by a surrounding array of closed loop reinforcing rods. The post is inserted in the depression and bonded thereto by a quick setting grout.

Abstract: A tree stand system for supporting the trunk of a previously cut a tree in an upright position, and for removal therefrom. The tree stand system has a ground-engaging base, a jaw assembly for supporting the tree trunk, a rod passing through guide supports and attached to the jaw assembly and at least two spring-biased locks on said rod. The spring-biased locks are adapted for movement of the rod and jaw assembly to retain a tree, to retain the rod in a selected position and further to permit release of the rod to effect removal of the tree trunk from the tree stand system. The tree stand system is particularly useful for display of Christmas trees outdoors.

Abstract: A unitary merchandise display pedestal having a plurality of tubular co-planar legs of polygonal cross section extending radially from a central hub formed by a pair of horizontal parallel spaced weld plates welded to a vertical tubular sleeve post for supporting a vertical mast; the tubular legs being positioned so that opposite exterior corners of their polygonal cross sections engage raised weld beads on the pair of weld plates whereby to produce efficient resistance welding of the legs and weld plates; resistance welds are also employed to secure the tubular post to the lowermost weld plate.

Abstract: An improved Global Positioning em antenna adaptor allows fixed antenna height measurements by removably attaching an adaptor plate to a conventional surveyor's tripod. Antenna height is controlled by an antenna boom which is a fixed length rod. The antenna is attached to one end of the boom. The opposite end of the boom tapers to a point sized to fit into a depression at the center of survey markers. The boom passes through the hollow center of a universal ball joint which is mounted at the center of the adaptor plate so that the point of the rod can be fixed in the marker's central depression. The mountains of the ball joint allow the joint to be moved horizontally in any direction relative to the tripod. When the ball joint is moved horizontally, the angle between the boom and the vertical changes because the boom's position is fixed at its lower end. A spirit level attached to the rod allows an operator to determine when the boom is plumb.

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: A tree stand intended principally for use with a natural Christmas tree includes a substantially hollow frusto conical base portion having a plurality of stepped frusto conical surfaces terminating at an upper end in a cylindrical double-walled well dimensioned for receipt of a trunk portion of a tree. Four circumferentially spaced set screw receiving apertures extend through inner and outer walls of the well. A pair of radially extending bulkheads extend between the inner and outer side walls and include juxtaposed slots mounting edge portions of threaded wafer nuts for engagement with pointed set screws. In use, a user tightens the set screws into engagement with a trunk portion of a tree to centrally secure the same in the cylindrical central well. A metal spike extends centrally upwardly from a floor of the well, reinforced by diametrically and circumferentially extending struts and webs, for engagement into a cut end portion of a tree.

Abstract: A protective cover for concrete reinforcement bars includes an elongated cylindrical collar for securing the protective cover to an exposed end of a concrete reinforcing bar, a cap which is perpendicularly attached to the collar by reinforcing ribs, and a metal seat arranged between the collar and the cap and having slots for permitting direct attachment of the reinforcing ribs from the collar to the cap.

Abstract: An assembly (10) for holding a tree (12) in an upright position above a level surface (14) includes a base (22) for supporting the tree (12). A rim (24) holds a quantity of water (20) on the base (22) and in contact with the tree's trunk end (16). Four retainer pins (60) hold the trunk end (16) centrally on the base means (22). A back-up retainer (32) limits trunk end (16) sliding or twisting while allowing the quantity of water (20) to flow to the trunk end (16). Guy elements (28) engage the trunk (18) of the tree at an elevated position above the trunk's end (16) and resist tree-tipping forces. Clamps (30), disposed at spaced locations around the rim (24), hold the guy elements (28) to the rim (24). Each clamp (30) has a lever arm (118) that adjustably and releasably clamps the guy elements (28) to the base (22) as the lever arm (118) is pivoted between engaged (A) and disengaged (B) positions. A reservoir fence (176) prevents objects, such as tree skirts from contacting the water (20).

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus and method for anchoring the central support pole of a beach umbrella in the sand at a beach. The present anchoring apparatus includes a length of tube having a lower edge forming an opening at its lower end and a clamping means at its other end. The other or upper end of the tube is operatively adapted to permit the lower end of a beach umbrella support pole to be inserted there through, and the clamping means is suitable to lock in place the lower end of a support pole so inserted. The edge at the lower end of the tube is preferably serrated and intended to cut into the sand beach. The clamping means may include a threaded hole formed through the wall at the upper end of the tube and a screw that can be hand tightened through the threaded hole to apply a clamping force against the lower end of an umbrella support pole inserted into the upper end of the tube.

Abstract: A tree stand for engaging a trunk of a tree to support the tree includes a cylindrical support including first and second openings. A base encloses the second opening of the cylindrical support. A connecting device connects the trunk to the base and the cylindrical support through the first opening. A plurality of first connectors extend from one end of the base and the cylindrical support. A plurality of second connectors are located on one end of a plurality of legs. A plurality of first connectors mate with a plurality of second connectors to attach the plurality of legs to the base and the cylindrical support while the tree is in an upright position and resting on the base and the cylindrical support.

Abstract: A plastic stand assembly (10) is provided for supporting an upright pole (12) such as used with artificial Christmas trees, merchandise display stands or the like. A substantially circular domed body includes an annular flange (20) forming a bearing surface (18). A receptacle (34) is formed in the body and includes a multi-sectioned conically tapering side wall terminating at a bottom (36). A collet (44) surrounds the pole (17) and is wedged into the receptacle (34) to hold the pole (12) in a vertical position. The collet (44) includes an annular neck (46) and four wedge-shaped grippers (48) which extend in cantilever fashion from the neck (46). Screws (48) pass through ears (64) in the collet (44) and thread into sockets (70) in the body to hold the collet (44) tightly wedged into the receptacle (34). A plurality of radial (30) and circumferential (32) ribs are located on the underside of the body for structural rigidity.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand which is characterized by a base for resting on a supporting surface, a ball assembly swivally secured to the base in universally-pivoting relationship by means of a fixed socket bracket and a cooperating movable socket bracket and a mount cup secured to the ball assembly for receiving and mounting the trunk of a Christmas tree. The mount cup and ball assembly are designed to pivot and swivel in a 360-degree rotation to orient the tree in a vertical position regardless of the configuration of the trunk. In a preferred embodiment accessory leg extensions are adjustably slidably extendable from the base for further stabilizing the Christmas tree stand.

Abstract: A Christmas-tree stand (2) essentially consists of a housing (6) in which two clamping bars (18, 20) are rotatably supported so as to allow a swivelling movement around two support pins (22, 24). The activation of the clamping straps (18, 20) takes place via a central clamping device which essentially consists of a threaded rod (26) with two inversely threaded sections (32, 34) constructed thereon. When rotating the threaded rod (26), the free ends of the clamping bars (18, 20) are moved along by the nuts (30, 30') running along with the threaded sections (32, 34), so that a Christmas-tree trunk can be fixed or fastened between the clamping bars (18, 20).

Abstract: A new and improved telescopic flag and cone device with a cone portion having an open top and a closed bottom. A pole portion having a plurality of telescoping poles is received through the open top of the cone portion and secured to the closed bottom. An uppermost pole has a securement slot therein. A flag portion is received through the securement slot of the uppermost pole for securement therewith. The flag portion optionally wraps around the uppermost pole thereby permitting the plurality of poles to be telescopically received within the cone portion for storage purposes.

Abstract: A tree or pole stand is disclosed. The stand or support includes an outer container, an inner container receivable by the outer container and a plurality of braces connected to the outer container. The support may be placed in a decorative container such that the braces abut the inner wall of the decorative container.

Abstract: A tree stand suitable for supporting a Christmas tree is disclosed. The tree stand includes a base and legs removably secured to the base by interlocking dovetail joints. An elongated rod is disposed on the base for engaging the trunk of a tree. To maintain the engaged tree in a fixed vertical orientation, removable shims are provided to be selectively placed in radially spaced grooves formed in the base, at locations about the exterior of the trunk.

Abstract: A device for securing a tree in an upright disposition includes a base having a platform which pivotably secures four arms having gripping teeth and capable of moving toward a centered aperture intended to receive a trunk of a tree. The arms are interactive with a cable disposed in a circuitous loop. A turning mechanism winds the cable upon a spool, causing the diameter of the loop to diminish, and thereby urging the arms into gripping engagement with the tree trunk. A locking feature associated with the spool retains the arms in gripping position.

Abstract: An assembly (10) for holding a tree (12) in an upright position above a level surface (14) includes a base (22) for supporting the tree (12). A rim (24) holds a quantity of water (20) on the base (22) and in contact with the tree's trunk end (16). Four retainer pins (60) hold the trunk end (16) centrally on the base means (22). A back-up retainer (32) limits trunk end (16) sliding or twisting while allowing the quantity of water (20) to flow to the trunk end (16). Guy elements (28) engage the trunk (18) of the tree at an elevated position above the trunk's end (16) and resist tree-tipping forces. Clamps (30), disposed at spaced locations around the rim (24), hold the guy elements (28) to the rim (24). Each clamp (30) has a lever arm (118) that adjustably and releasably clamps the guy elements ( 28) to the base (22) as the lever arm (18) is pivoted between engaged (A) and disengaged (B) positions. A reservoir fence (176) prevents objects, such as tree skirts from contacting the water (20).

Abstract: An assembly (10) for holding a tree (12) in an upright position above a level surface (14) includes a base (22) for supporting the tree (12). A rim (24) holds a quantity of water (20) on the base (22) and in contact with the tree's trunk end (16). Four retainer pins (60) hold the trunk end (16) centrally on the base means (22). A back-up retainer (32) limits trunk end (16) sliding or twisting while allowing the quantity of water (20) to flow to the trunk end (16). Guy elements (28) engage the trunk (18) of the tree at an elevated position above the trunk's end (16) and resist tree-tipping forces. Clamps (30), disposed at spaced locations around the rim (24), hold the guy elements (28) to the rim (24). Each clamp (30) has a lever arm (118) that adjustably and releasably clamps the guy elements ( 28) to the base (22) as the lever arm (118) is pivoted between engaged (A) and disengaged (B) positions. A reservoir fence (176) prevents objects, such as tree skirts from contacting the water (20).

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjustable anchoring base for road sign posts, posts which are elements of a structural system, and the like. The object of the invention is to provide a pre-manufactured permanent anchoring base, intended primarily for installation approximately flush with finish grade, which allows rapid and simple initial mounting, temporary remounting of damaged posts, plumb alignment, and secure positioning of varied types of posts. The invention is comprised of a bottom component of heavy, cast material having embedded anchor bolts protruding above its top surface, the center of said component formed as a cavity of vertically slanted and tapered faces into which a post is inserted, centered, supported and restrained horizontally at the cavity's bottom surface. The top component restrains the post both horizontally and vertically, and is comprised of adjustable anchoring plates with slotted holes, flat ring washers, and threaded nuts, all secured to the bottom component's anchor bolts.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting and transporting a Christmas tree including a base having an upper surface with a center point and a lower surface with a periphery. A Christmas tree stand or other support device is disposed generally above the center point of the base for supporting the Christmas tree. A set of wheels are rotatably mounted generally about the periphery of the lower surface of the base for transporting the base. The wheels are spaced from each other to provide balanced support for the base. The wheels can be locked to prevent unintended transportation of the base. An extension member may be attached to hooks on the underside of the base for facilitating transportation of the tree.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an improved pedestal mounting assembly and in particular a pedestal mounting assembly that has a removable post. The post and base are locked together by opposed mounting teeth located respectively on the post and base. The post is inserted into the base, rotated through about 90.degree. until the teeth engage locking the post to the base. To remove the post from the base, the post must be raised to disengage the teeth and permit rotation of the post with respect to the base. To facilitate mounting and release, a key and slot with stops are provided to control rotation and axial movement.

Abstract: A protective cover for concrete reinforcement bars includes an elongated cylindrical collar for securing the protective cover to an exposed end of a concrete reinforcing bar, a cap which is perpendicularly attached to the collar by reinforcing ribs, and a metal seat arranged between the collar and the cap and having slots for permitting direct attachment of the reinforcing ribs from the collar to the cap.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand has a base having a jaw assembly with a bottom for slidably engaging a tree trunk and a bar, above the bottom of the jaw assembly, for forcibly clamping the trunk laterally between the bar and jaw assembly. The bar member is preferably relatively stiff but resiliently bendable, and pivotally attached to the base so as to be movable selectively toward or away from the tree trunk laterally. The bar is lockable in variable positions relative to the base in tight engagement with trunks of differing diameters. After the bar is locked, the tree is easily straightened by grasping an upper portion of the trunk and moving it laterally, causing the bottom of the trunk to slide laterally across the bottom of the jaw assembly while the bar acts as a fulcrum about which the trunk pivots.

Abstract: A stand for supporting a tree having a bore, the stand including a base adapted to be supported on a horizontal surface; a frame supported by the base for pivotal movement about a first generally horizontally extending pivot axis spaced above the horizontal surface, the frame having a first portion and a second portion supported by the first portion for pivotable movement about a second generally horizontally extending pivot axis, the second portion of the frame having a post extending below the second pivot axis and being adapted to be housed by the bore in the tree; a mechanism for moving the frame about the first pivot axis relative to the base; and a mechanism for moving the first portion of the frame about the second pivot axis relative to the second portion of the frame.

Abstract: A tree stand accommodates a range of tree trunk diameters. The stand includes four legs mounted to an L-shaped member. A tree holder also is mounted to the L-shaped member, and can be adjusted to accommodate trunks of different diameters. The stand can be mounted to a tree that has been laid on its side, and the stand and the tree can be righted as a unit.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand having four legs of rigid material and rigidly interconnected so as to form a structure sufficiently strong to support a Christmas tree. Each of the legs of the stand are formed to allow a pan of water to sit beneath the stand. The inner end portions are disposed within the pan and are rigidly connected to an elongated retaining means such that the retaining means extends upwardly therefrom to receive the butt end portion of a pre-drilled or undrilled tree. A support plate is rigidly secured at the base of the elongated retaining means to receive the surface of the butt end of the tree. The tree is thus firmly and securely supported by the stand in an upright position and with the butt end immersed in the water.

Abstract: A two-piece self-locking pole stand assembly includes a sleeve base that is secured into the ground and a tubular insert that fits snugly into the base, housing two pivot arms that engage the base and automatically lock the insert to it upon insertion of the pole.

Abstract: A fence post end cap is attached to the top of a hollow cylindrical fence post. The end cap has a plurality of different-sized bores which are capable of supporting lawn decorations or accessory items. The items that can be supported by the end cap include but are not limited to a flagpole, a birdhouse, a planter, or even a hook for a coiled garden hose.

Abstract: A Christmas tree stand having a cylindrical water container and a skirt having a downwardly and outwardly extending skirt. Screws on the top of the tree stand engage the sides of a tree trunk and a pointed member on a non-circular metal disk engage the bottom of the tree trunk. The metal disk is received in a non-circular boss attached to the bottom of the container so that the disk may be rotated and its edges bite into the internal walls of the boss opening.

Abstract: A self-supporting base having legs that overlap to geometrically interlock in a structural brace can advantageously support such articles as a plastic tree stand container without creating undue stress in the plastic. The resultant tree stand additionally contains a water level indicator having a transparent hose that is retained at its upper end by a special fastener.

Abstract: Modular chimney components are arranged for interengaging relative to one another, wherein each component includes a base member having a support plate receiving four inner flanges at four corners of the support plate, with second outer flanges projecting upwardly of the inner flanges to mount a continuous mesh fence thereabout, wherein the mesh fence is arranged to receive a mortar layer thereon to an interior surface thereof, with the mortar layer projecting through the mesh fence securing a matrix of work plates continuously to an exterior surface of the fence. The modular components are arranged for interengagement relative to one another to provide for a chimney covering arrangement about a flue.

Abstract: First and second clamp members are arranged to secure a utility pole therebetween, with the utility pole in a spaced relationship relative to an underlying ground surface to prolong effective life of the associated utility pole. The clamp members each include a clamp base, with a clamp leg extending upwardly relative to the clamp base, with the clamp legs converging towards one another at an acute angle therebetween, with confronting semi-cylindrical clamping surfaces whose axes are coincident with a utility pole axis.

Abstract: A stand characterized in that the box is formed by at least one first part (8), and the housinhg (9) of the post is open laterally on the side of the box in order to enable it to be fitted around the post; by a cover (14) which is connected to the box in order to close the lateral opening of the housing (9).

Abstract: A stand for a Christmas tree includes an inner portion which is securable to the trunk portion of a Christmas tree and a base portion which is adapted for receiving the inner portion and the trunk portion therein in order to support the Christmas tree in a substantially upright disposition on a supporting surface. The stand further includes a centering assembly for centering the inner portion and the bottom end of the trunk portion of the Christmas tree relative to the base portion and a plurality of securing arms on the inner portion which are engageable with the base portion for adjustably securing the angular position of the Christmas tree relative to the stand.

Abstract: A solid product static brake (10) is provided which is employed in cast solid chemical block dispensing systems for slowing a generally downward gravitationally driven movement of the solid chemical block when placed or installed in a chemical dispenser. The brake provides the ability to prevent the destruction of the cast solid during installation due to mechanical shock. The static brake comprises a horizontal base frame (12), and a plurality of rigid blade members (18) extending from the base frame in a generally perpendicular direction. When a new solid block is installed, the blade members contact and slow the solid block as it falls into the dispenser.

Abstract: A stand for receiving and stabilizing a shade umbrella. The stand includes a collapsible bag attached by its base portion to a rigid tubular sleeve member. The sleeve member is adapted for receiving and retaining various sizes of umbrella shafts passing therethrough. The collapsible bag may be charged, by way of its mouth, with sand, soil and the like to provide additional weight to the umbrella during windy conditions. After use the bag is emptied so that the stand may be collapsed for easy transport and storage.

Abstract: A stand (10) is provided for supporting an object (12), in a vertical orientation. The stand (10) includes a base (20) which has a holding mechanism (42) mounted thereon. The holding mechanism (42) includes gripping means (44) for gripping the object above the but end (18) thereof. An eccentric mount (98) provides means for shifting the horizontal position of the holding mechanism (42) relative to a center point (30) of the base (20), thereby to adjust the vertical alignment of the object (12).

Abstract: A method to hold a potted or planted plant or rooted tree in a vertical upright position, comprising a flexible circular collar (22) joined to a plurality of two piece adjustable elongated support members (26). Further, having the means for the plurality of two piece adjustable elongated support members (26) to be placed upon the upper lip of a pot by means of the plurality of forked elongated support member holders (38) or secured directly into the soil by means of the plurality of the shovel head elongated support member (40).