Try buying outdoor umbrella bases (usually available at Home Depot) and
use pvc irrigation pipe of 2 or 3 inch diameter to create the upright
post, and cap off with pvc irrigation "t" through which you can string
some colorful rope (also available at Home Depot).
Good luck!
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Richard M. Chute
Director of Development (909) 625-8767, x222
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden Fax: (909) 626-7670
1500 N. College Avenue [log in to unmask]
Claremont, CA 91711-3157 http://www.cgs.edu/inst/rsa/