Watering cans

Design watering cans - how to find the right model for your home

1. Material and capacity
2. Comfortable handling: handle, shower or jet
3. Tips for proper watering
4. Conclusion

1. Material and capacity of designer watering cans

Whether plastic (1), terracotta (2), stainless steel (3) or metal (4) - watering cans are made of different materials. It is particularly important that this is weatherproof, so that the watering can can be left outside on the balcony, terrace or garden in case of doubt.

Watering cans made of a natural material such as terracotta must therefore be glazed. Otherwise they will allow moisture to pass through, which can lead to unsightly water spots on the watering can itself and on the base.

Especially if you have a lot of plants to water or want to buy a large watering can, you should consider when buying how heavy the watering can is when unfilled. After all, the weight increases enormously depending on the amount filled. The lightest variant here is plastic.

You should also consider the capacity you need when choosing your design watering can. While offers many or large plants an XL watering can to avoid annoying refilling, for indoor plants a capacity of around 2 litres is usually sufficient. The latter is also the conventional size for indoor watering cans.

2. Comfortable handling: handle, shower or jet

To make the use of the watering can pleasant and easy, an ergonomic design is crucial. This can refer either to the handle (1) or to the shape of the watering can in general (2), so that a handle is not necessarily necessary, for example. For comfortable and good handling it is also important that the "water spout" is already preformed, so that only a slight tilt is sufficient. You should also answer the question of whether the watering can can be used one-handed or whether both hands are necessary before purchasing.

The crucial difference when pouring is whether your jug should work like a shower or produce a jet. Both variants have their own advantages: For example, a shower can simulate fine rain, which is an easy way to vitalize the leaves, especially for house plants with large leaves. A jet enables targeted watering , so that nothing goes wrong. The best option is therefore to use watering cans with an optional shower attachment, which combine both.

"If you fertilize your plants differently or leave the water in the watering can, you should also clean it. To do this, it is usually sufficient to rinse them with detergent or boiling water. But beware! Put on pot gloves so you don't scald your hands." - Viktoria, interior design expert

3. Tips for proper watering with your design watering can

It is not only the right watering can design, but also the right watering technique that is important for the long-term well-being of your plants. It is therefore best to follow these basic rules:

• It is imperative that you follow the tips in the leaflet on the plant regarding the choice of location and watering.
• Never water your plants at noon, because a large part of the liquid evaporates in the heat without reaching the roots.
• In addition, outdoor plants should be watered directly on the stem rather than on the leaves, as the moisture on the leaves in sunlight can damage the cell structure.
• Plants that are in the sun tend to need more water than those that are in shade.
• Too much water can lead to root rot, especially in indoor plants.
• If the air in the room is very dry - which usually occurs in the winter months due to heating - the leaves of indoor plants should be moistened to prevent mites and mealy bugs and to help the leaves of the plants to remain vital and resistant.

Plant lovers who travel a lot or are unsure of the amount of water they need can find plant pots at with different irrigation systems and Irrigation cone fall back. This makes watering a relaxed secondary matter.

4. Conclusion - this is what you should consider when buying a design watering can

• With regard to the material of watering cans, it is especially important that it is weatherproof so that you can be left outside. A watering can made of powder-coated metal, for example, is a good choice.
• When choosing the material, always bear in mind the weight of the watering can when empty and how much heavier it will be when filled.
• When choosing the right capacity, the following applies: The larger or more plants you have to water, the higher the capacity should be.
• To ensure that it is easy to use, look for ergonomic shapes and a pre-formed "water spout" when you buy it.
• When watering, both a jet and a shower have certain advantages. The best option is therefore a watering can with an optional shower attachment, which offers both.
• So that you can enjoy your plants for a long time, correct watering is also important. In addition to a few general tips, it is always a good idea to consider the specific needs of your plant type.

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