Better than the pictures and for a 65 yr old woman, this was easy to assemble. 1) Protectively packed to prevent sliding and scratches, the nuts & bolts were well wrapped in red packing tethered to the box with red ribbon. 2) Picture instructions, easy to assemble, heavier design with addition of front & back facing border provided added strength for the climbing rose planted next to it.  I would recommend using a level for proper installment. 3) Added Santorini 68' Outdoor Solar Powered 200 - Bulb Wide Angle LED Mini String Light for the finishing touch.