I wanted a real tree to place in a corner of one of my rooms that was bare looking. But because of the lack of sunlight that it would get, I knew that I would have to get a silk one. I went all over looking for one to buy, and found that the more real that they looked, the higher the price was. The only reason I did not look on line for one first is because it is so hard to determine by a picture as to what you really will be getting. Sometimes the picture looks really good, but it's nothing like actually seeing the real product. So, after reading the reviews, and of course I couldn't believe the price, I decided to get it. I am so glad that I did. It is nice and full, and I put it in a ceramic pot, it comes planted in a basket, and I only did that because I do not like my plants in baskets. I really love my tree. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for one. I wish it was a little taller, but it is a good size. I figured I could just place it on a little decorated box, plant stand, or whatever I think will look good.