The pot was slightly cracked in shipping but not enough to consider it damaged. This was a very nice faux plant. Each leaf has its own size and shadingcolor - much like a real plant. You can adjust each individual leaf or adjust five or so at a time. Each limb will twist and the branches are very durablesturdy. This item sits behind our swivel rocker chair. This can be adjusted in just about any way I can think - clearly 5 stars.