Congratulations on your purchase

**INSTALLING** POLE TO BIRD FEEDER

You will need: Hammer for rebar "only" if planting in ground
1. Take the rounded edge of the copper and gently insert into the base of the feeder.  When installing the feeder be sure to press firmly in the middle of the plate to secure to pole to plate.   Do NOT force the plate as you could damage the edging/adornments.
2. The pole and plate should fit snug and you will hear a "tap"... this assures proper fit
3. If there is a "wiggle" in the stem-add a bit of tape around the pole and repeat above steps
4. Be sure to check your flower periodically; it may need adjustment. (this is normal)
5. If the bracket changes color, or the paint chips; that is normal and will not effect its strength
6. Rain water is perfect to clean, or you can use mild soap/water. Fading of items may occur. This is to be expected of a handmade re-purposed item, made from antique and  recycled materials.
7. To take apart: Gently hold feeder and and pull the pole firmly out with a little wiggling.
Do NOT force the items in any circumstance. Blemishes may occur.

Planting in containers:

 Find your container of choice  and gently push the copper pole securely into the dirt. If the dirt is too dry the flower may tilt/fall/break. Add some water to soil and be sure to push the pole deep into the planter.                                                                                             Then add your feeder, some bird seed, water and display proudly!

Other Ideas:

Plant near pool areas or patio sitting areas and add pretty candles or plants to your feeders.
Add your personal travel treasures, shells, pine cones or MnM's to snack on as you read a book nearby.
 Let us know how you have planted your feeder! We'd love to hear from you. Happy Gardening!

Congratulations on your purchase

**INSTALLING** stem to GARDEN FLOWER

You will need: Phillips screwdriver and/or hammer for rebar "only" if planting in ground
*Please handle item gently when moving/cleaning or adjusting*
(the items have lived a past life in someone else's home)

1. Find a soft pillow or couch/bed to place the flower on. OR have another person hold the flower
2. Be sure NOT to chip any small pieces in the front.
3. Unscrew the backing until loose only (not so it falls off)
4. The backing will swing up clockwise or counter-clockwise (That is the top of the flower)
5. Place pole arching "backwards or upwards" on the bracket in the back. (tilt your neck back)
6. Gently tighten each screw evenly left to right  until a snug fit. Do NOT overtighten as you may strip the screws. If this happens replace with similar screw and/or add some outdoor glue to fix.
7. The flower should not shift or move in any direction
8. Be sure to check your flower periodically; it may need adjustment. 
9. If the bracket changes color, like the pole, that is normal and will not effect its strength
10. Rain water is perfect to clean, or you can use mild soap and water. Some fading of items may occur. This is to be expected of a handmade re-purposed item, made from recycled materials.

Planting in your flower pots:

 Find your container of choice and gently insert the copper pole (with flower attached) securely into the dirt. If the dirt is too dry the flower may tilt/fall/break. Add some water to soil and be sure to push the copper pole deep into the planter.  (at least 10 in.)

If you are planting in the ground:

We recommend you buy a 30 inch piece of rebar (visit your local hardware store)
DO NOT POUND YOUR COPPER STEMMED FLOWER INTO THE GROUND!!!! COPPER IS TOO SOFT! AND YOU WILL DAMAGE YOUR ITEM- to no repair
Find ground area near bushes or other foilage in your garden or covered patio area. 
Hammer rebar at least 8-12 inches into the ground. Take your copper stemmed flower and slide over rebar.

Other locations for display: INDOORS:

Many of our clients choose to purchase from your local arts/craft stores a pretty display rack or wall mounting rack for decor. You can choose from many wire colors, wood, glass or plastic display holders that will look fabulous.  
Also, display on the wall, in your lighted curio cabinet or center display on a table.
Stemmed flowers can be shown in your foyer, front home patio and even pool-side planters. Many other ways to enjoy your garden art! Send us a pic on  how you have planted your feeder so we can show the world!  Happy Gardening!

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Please be gentle when digging the ground and or placing the flower where you want to "plant" it. 

When deciding where to plant, please consider: weather, animals, climate conditions and visual placement.

We take great care in making it for indoor/outdoor use.   

We recommend planting near partial-covered areas for security and longevity of the “art flowers”.

Some flowers have been painted- light fading is normal. We use an indoor/outdoor glue to adhere together.

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We appreciate you respecting and appreciating the many hours of time, labor and the many improvements we make to give you a superior quality garden item. Replication happens, but please respect what we have done to find the best ways to make our flowers different.  Copy-cat Cathy, "lazy-Susans", "Get it for Free Freddies", "Just Askin Joe's" are not appreciated and we would hope you can be kind and find your inner creativity and re-work your "art" from the ground up! We all have potential, just be an original as God has created us all unique with no duplication. Thank you for your understanding... 

*** The above information has been created by the owners of HGG- please respect our work and do not duplicate data***