The tree is fine.  It really is a little over 2 feet tall, with the pot adding the first 10 inches (approximately).  The pot is not attractive at all.  I found a small planter on another website that fits over the ugly one and makes it look much nicer.  The pot I bought is 12x10x7. The tree takes a long time to fluff out, but the results are nice.  I would not smoosh it down again for storage once i get it looking good.  I'll cover it with a bag instead.  Will be adding another string of lights too.All in all, for the price, it meets my need for a small tree.