Abstract: A receptacle for surrounding an article such as a pot containing a plant which is protective and decorative. A precut sheet having a central element and elongated strips radiating therefore is placed in a container having a floor and side walls. In one form of the invention, the central element is forced against the floor of the container by a retaining element which also urges the strips into an upright condition against the side walls of the container. Preferably, the strips are elevated to a height sufficient to protectively encompass the plant contained in the pot.