A watering can is an essential tool for both indoor and outdoor gardening. They offer a handy way to transport large amounts of water throughout your garden and help you regulate the amount of water your plants get. Find out more about what type of garden watering can is right for you, then shop Ace for even more garden essentials.
What is the Best Material for a Watering Can?
Watering cans are typically made from metal or plastic, and both materials have their advantages. The choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. When properly protected from the elements, both types are suitable for indoor and outdoor gardening. One key consideration is weight: metal cans are generally heavier than plastic ones, which might influence your decision.
Plastic Watering Cans
Plastic water cans are lightweight, durable and affordable, making them a popular choice for gardeners. They withstand various weather conditions and are typically made from high-impact plastic, which resists cracking and damage. Available in many colors, shapes and sizes, they are easy to maintain as they do not rust or corrode. Many are UV-resistant and chemically resistant, ensuring longevity even with regular use.
Metal Watering Cans
Metal watering cans add a charming, vintage touch to your garden or kitchen. They are durable but require proper care to prevent rust. Galvanized steel watering cans are rust-resistant but heavier. Proper storage and rinsing after using fertilizers can help maintain them.
Types of Watering Can Spouts
Choosing the right spout for your watering can ensures efficient and effective plant care. Different spout designs cater to specific gardening needs, from delicate watering to covering larger areas.
- Long spout watering cans: Ideal for hanging baskets, deep planters and tight spaces, long spouts provide a controlled, gentle flow that helps prevent soil disturbance. Curved long spouts are useful for indoor plants on shelves or hard-to-reach areas.
- Short spout watering cans: Best for potted plants and small garden beds, short spouts allow for faster, more direct watering while still offering control to avoid overwatering.
- Sprinkler heads (rose attachments): Designed to disperse water evenly, these attachments mimic natural rain, making them ideal for garden beds, seedlings and delicate plants. Many models have removable roses to switch between a fine sprinkling and a steady stream.
Watering Can Capacities
Watering cans come in various sizes, each suited to different needs:
- Small watering cans: Ideal for indoor plants and seedlings, small 1-2 liter water cans are lightweight and easy to handle.
- Medium water cans: Good for small to medium gardens, 3-5 liter watering cans offer a good balance of carrying capacity and weight.
- Large watering cans: Suitable for large gardens, these large watering cans can hold 6 or more liters to minimize refills, but will be heavy.
Decorative Outdoor and Indoor Water Cans
Ace carries a wide variety of indoor and outdoor watering cans in decorative styles from brands like Bloem. Metal garden watering cans with decorative etchings fit in seamlessly with farmhouse style decor, while plastic watering cans can come in a variety of different molds featuring beloved animals and other interesting shapes.
Shop Watering Cans Near You at Ace Hardware
Stop by your local Ace to shop watering cans near you, where our associates can help you find the right model for your needs. Be sure to explore our flowering pots, seeds and soil selection to further grow your garden. You can also go online today for fast shipping to your door.
