I bought this on a whim. I never purchase faux plants. It is in a large play/media room to add vertical detail without a hazardous item that could fall on children. As a gardener, I felt bad about adding a non living item. However, I have several other (real) plants in this space and I believe it blends quite well. Most people think it is living when they enter home and ask about my fertilization :) I would not add in a more formal space, but would definitely add to a workspace.