I've looked for sturdy, durable, reusable stakes for some time and am eager to use these support stakes in the garden this spring/summer/fall. I've purchased other "supports' in the past and have been disappointed in their stability and overall strength. They've always had to be tossed by the end of the season as they weren't able to withstand wind, water, weather, or weight of the plants. These stakes are sturdy, significant, coated and just what I've been hoping to find. I can tell they are just what I've been looking for!