The La Crosse Technology 101-147 Large Round Garden Thermometer easily assembles. Just post the aluminum rod up in your yard or garden and slide on the thermometer dial. Easy as that! The thermometer itself is made of strong, weather resistant aluminum and features a unique, patented, lollipop-inspired design. The bimetallic power coil is incredibly precise and completely weather resistant. The dial is large so it"s easy to read (in Fahrenheit) and requires no batteries whatsoever. Measures 9.5L x 1.5W x 9.5H inches. About La Crosse Technology Founded in 1985, La Crosse has grown into a multinational company leading the way in electronics. This is the company that introduced the radio-controlled clock to the US market back in 1991. La Crosse is constantly bringing new innovative technology to products like wireless weather stations, power monitors, and countless other measuring devices. La Crosse is renowned for their excellent customer service and has products available in thousands of retail establishments across North America and Europe. * Easy to assemble, patented lollipop design * Weather resistant bimetallic power coil * Sturdy, aluminum construction * Requires no batteries * Dimensions: 9.5L x 1.5W x 9.5H inches