I'm very happy with my purchase. I bought two of these and planted them in large pots (the cemented pots they come with are weighted "anchors" only - not standalone or decorative.) I now have them framing my front door.  They do look better than the picture and are well made. The leaves are varicolored and although somewhat shiny do look real. Approaching my entryway they look like genuine topiaries. It isn't until you get within four feet that you might question whether they're artificial. I've purchased other artificial plants and they don't come close to these at twice the price.