The tree is beautiful.  Just like the picture, very full and perfect height.  The packing was very solid, just slipped it right out of the box.  It only needed a little fluffing up.  Very easy to do.  Took me about 5 minutes.  I put it in our family room that is decorated with the beach look.  Fits right in.  Placed it in a large ceramic pot.  Looks very realistic.  We love it.  Am very pleased.