I was looking for plastic planters that I could keep out in the winter without worry of cracking. I have gotten many compliments on the two I bought. Very happy with the purchase. If you don't fill them with dirt they might need brick or stone at the bottom to handle wind. One of our two blows over during storms because it is right on the edge of our patio. Someday I'll add that brick. Clearly it's not a big enough issue to worry about.