This is a good choice for a back yard fire pit. Nothing about the fire touches the ground, so roots are never exposed to excess heat.  The sides are screened and grilled so burning coals cannot escape, but the fire itself has lots of air circulation to allow for a clean and smoke-less burn.  With tending, we get a flour-like white ash from a total burn.  Nover leave your fire unattended. Pay attention to the weather - high winds are NOT your friend. Keep the lid close, in case you need to dampen down your fire.   The one thing I would add is a fire screen domed top for it, just in case.