Planter was relatively simple to assemble, and looks nice. However, it is quite "light-weight", and the wood is thin and not treated to withstand the elements. As a result, I am not optimistic that it will stand up to many years of wet soil (from manual watering or rain). I predict that the bottom of the wooden bed holding the soil and plants will rot out in time (1-2 yrs?). But for the price, perhaps this is the quality to be expected, and the planter makes a good "starter" herb garden.