Kirk, Yes there is a product called MOSQUITO DUNKS. They float around in bird baths and water features and do not hurt birds. They keep larva from hatching or something like that. (?????) I could cut one up and put a bit in each bottle if the sun does not evaporate the water (while it is evaporating the Spirits dont cha know). James, No the bottles are unfortunatly not old. Ebay had some red bottles that were listed around $30. which is too rich for my Charlie Brown Tree. My house trim color is a brick red. So red bottles plus amber bottles equals brick red when you look at them together. That is all of the math I know and that made me dizzy. (You see who your dealing with now.) I live life on the happy side of the brain. flowerlady- If I could do it over again I would have asked for more of those branches. They make great indoor decor like curtain hangers, outdoor trelises, twinkle lite trees for entertaining, ect. The secret is in the staining and poly treatment. They become richer. Susie

The species is a very large shrub, even a small tree, and I see nothing in the description of this cultivar that makes me think it will ultimately be much smaller. In fact nothing about the cultivar sounds very different from the species itself. Expect around 20' tall eventually and maybe half that width. It can be pruned almost at will, but as with many large shrubs is at its most impressive when not regularly attacked.

Me too with ornaments,every year we decorate tree I remember where I was etc while hanging different ornaments I have grandmas ,my mothers,mothernlaws christmas ornaments plus all the ones my daughter & I made,the time crafting with my daughter Ill never forget sorry ..just remembering..

Wow -- it's such a busy time of year I'm so sorry to have not gotten back to this sooner. Joann, thanks for the very kind words. It's good to know you're smiling, and thanks for the sweet wishes. I so enjoy all the photos you've shared with us all. I marvel at your creativity. Newhomebuilder, thank you, you're so sweet. Good for you for collecting and passing on the Peter Rabbit china! I love Beatrix Potter's artwork, and my grandson is getting some of the dishes from me for Christmas. You are VERY talented in building and in decorating new homes. Your photos are just gorgeous. Plus your treat photos are making my mouth water. Thanks for posting the recipe. I want to try those out. Tina, thanks very much. Nice to "meet" you. Lisa, thanks! My daughter-in-law says, "Oh, it's an heirloom!" That makes me feel very good. Patty, I'll bet shell treasure those very special gifts from you. Next time we hope you'll take pictures. First girl in 30 years? Wow. She's a treasure. HeresLucy -- great name, btw. Thanks, you're too kind. Emagineer, what a wonderful, personal, thoughtful, creative gift! I'm sure he'll treasure it forever, and it will get lovingly passed down. Nanny, those stockings are gorgeous! Bless your son, I'll say an extra prayer for him. I'm sure he and his buddies will really, really, really appreciate the wonderful touch of home you're sending. Twin grandsons? Lucky you! Marti, thank you so much. I think he'll have to keep the top clutter free, so he can open it. I like that it has "breathing holes" so no kid can be shut in it, and it also has a slow-close lid that won't bang down on heads and precious little fingers, so it's a good design. Juddgirl, thanks! Boys are harder to shop for, aren't they? Looks like you made great gift suggestions. Merry Christmas to all!