This very realistic looking tree sits sturdily on a black metal circular stand and was fairly easy to assemble. I actually referred to the instructions several times and they were easy to follow. The three sections fit together superbly. At first we thought the tree a little thin in terms of the foliage, but once we started hanging ornaments the tree filled iut nicely and I appreciated the room left for them. I also expect it to last many years. It’s solid. Would recommend to others.