I purchased 2 of these to sit on each side of the small patio outside our master bedroom. They look great, especially for the price, and guests who have seen them complement them.  Right up close you can see the plastic "trunk" (see pictures) but from a normal distance you can't really tell, in my opinion.  They are quite light so they have blown over several times in the windy spring weather but that doesn't bother me much. All in all, I'm pleased with them and they work well for their intended purpose of decorating our little patio.