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Its not the easiest thing in the world to water hanging plants.
The first thing that set this watering can above the rest was its double handle design.
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One was permanently fixed to the can and the other hinged (but stable when in use).
When you think of your run-of-the-mill watering can, the opening is directly under the handle, right?
Filling up the thing is half the battle, but with this model, it’s easy.
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You have two options when it comes to the adjustable spout.
Material:UV-stabilized polypropylene plastic|Spout:Adjustable; traditional and rose|Capacity:2.6 gallons|Dimensions:19.75 by 9.75 by 15.25 in.
Next came our drop tests.
During the first one, the can was empty, but during the second one, it was full.
These were done on both grass and concrete surfaces from 4 feet.
We assessed each can for damage, including scruffs, dents, and cracks.
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A gallon of water weighs about 8 pounds, and our top pick can hold 2.6 gallons of water.
It already weighs 1 pound empty, so when full, youll be lugging around about 22 pounds.
The alternative here is to fill up a smaller one more frequently.
Spout
The key in of plants youd like to water dictates what spout you need.
Along, narrowspout is best for houseplants, succulents, and anything that needs precise, controlled watering.
For example, if you have a small plant on afloating shelf, it wont splash your tchotchkes.
This style is best for reaching hanging plants too.
Our favorite watering can has adetachable rose spout.
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Since the Bloems spout is adjustable, it also has an opening for a steady stream of water.
Just note that it may disturb the soil more than other options.
Some watering cans even come with abuilt-in spray or mist feature.
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Material
The two most popular watering can materials are plastic and metal.
Heres the lowdown on each:
Plasticis lightweight and inexpensive.
you could also get plastic watering cans in a bunch of different colors and designs.
Galvanized steel, stainless steel, and even copper are good options.
you’ve got the option to also getceramic,terracotta, andglasswatering cans.
Plus, theyre decorative, so they can be left out.
Comfort
The first thing to look for when it comes to comfort is anergonomic handle.
This will make it easier for you to carry and pour.
Just keep in mind, as mentioned above, that it will weigh significantly more when full.
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This article was written byTaylor Rock, associate editorial director forReal Simple.
To find the best watering can, we tested 32 outside our lab.
