While redecorating my family room, I replaced a larger piece with a smaller piece of furniture, which then exposed a cold air return on the wall. Unsightly! This plant was exactly what I was looking for to help camouflage that ugly vent. In addition. it is beautiful, and very real looking. I purchased a cream ceramic pot to put it in, added some "grass" and it looks like the real thing. It also softened the hard lines of the furniture, so that was a nice unexpected bonus. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. I love it!