I would recommend this tree for anyone looking for a small starter tree if you can't have a real one. I got a new puppy last fall and didn't want to risk her eating a real tree, so we went the artificial route. The lighting is nice and the flocking looked beautiful. My one complaint would be that this tree is not going to last more than two or three holiday seasons - it's just not sturdy enough. But for under $200, it makes an excellent first tree!