Tree is exactly as described and easy to set up. I lit it up in my garage and I cant wait to set it up outdoors. Addendum: it did not do well outdoors in even the slightest breeze. It was tied down (ties provided) and I even put heavy pavers on the base. The base held but the top kept getting blown sideways. I tried everything but eventually wound up donating it for indoor use where children will get to enjoy it.