I bought six of these to replace my dated half barrels for a modern look that can stand up to a northern Michigan winter.   They are very sturdy and the style is exactly what I was looking for.   I filled the bottoms with a lightweight filler and added the potting mix to the top.  Once I got those flowers in- instant beauty!!  I got so many compliments.   These were made in Canada I am confident they will be durable enough to make it through the snow and cold.  Each has a small evergreen that seem quite happy in their new homes.  I am excited to have these for many years without the deterioration that the wood planters suffered and these are much lighter and easier to move around as well.