The planters are very attractive (the two I purchased are rectangular). They are of a substantial weight but not heavy, and of a material that may be kept outside throughout the seasons (I am in the Northeast).  For the present time, in one planter I have Rosemary plants and in the other zucchini and bell pepper plants. The planters have a unique drainage system, one of two drainage options.  All I did was to fill the planters with an appropriate soil and add water.  The planters are on a south facing deck which gets a large amount of sunlight. They are very attractive to look at from my rear yard.