The piece measures 6" at its "deepest" point. The green vessle is meant to be a vase and the planter is what you think it is. The field glass is aurora borealis sand-colored. Same deal as "Lovebirds" with the back and the hanger, however, this one rather than the plate rack action could actually be permnently installed on a brick wall using an adhesive cement. sold If you have a lot of rain or freezing in your area, essentially unless you are in the equivalent of souther california or arizona, this should not be exposed to extreme weather elements.