What is a Watering Can?
A watering can is a portable container with a spout used to water plants by hand. Small watering cans are often used indoors for house plants, while larger ones are used for plants outside in the garden. There are many different types of watering cans and some are more useful than others. Galvanized steel watering cans in a silver-colored finish are the classic type of watering can. This type is more expensive than many other kinds, but many people like its traditional looks as well as its durability. If you leave a galvanized steel watering can out in the garden, it won’t rust. Only soil that contains alkaline will rust galvanized steel. Some crafters like to paint this type of watering can decoratively. Plastic watering cans are quite inexpensive, but usually offer great durability as well. They have no chance of rusting and are lighter in weight than galvanized steel watering cans. Their weight may be a drawback if left out in a wind storm as they could blow away out of sight, but p