Advantages of watering cans

Watering cans can be used for all sorts of plants and garden areas and have several advantages over other watering methods. For one, their size makes them portable and easy to use, ideal for indoor plants. Don’t stop indoors though—if you have outdoor potted plants, a watering can’s long spout allows you to spread the perfect amount of water precisely where you want. A watering can usually offers a gentler water flow than a hose does, so you can ensure you won’t damage your delicate plants. With tons of styles available, including great vintage watering cans , they make an effective system for hydrating your plants as well as a potentially attractive decorative item.

When it comes to watering your indoor plants, there are a few things to keep in mind: Check your plant’s specific needs: Depending on the part of the world your plant is from, it may need constant watering or less frequent hydration. If your plant is from a tropical region, you can expect it to be thirsty on a regular basis. If your plant is from a desert, like a cacti, it will be less picky. Check each plant individually to see if it needs water or not. Water in the morning: By watering first thing, you’re giving your plant a better chance of avoiding damage caused by saturated leaves. Excess water that may have gotten on leaves will evaporate during the day when there’s more sun exposure and warmth. Dry means more water: To check if your plants need more to drink, stick your finger an inch into the soil. If it’s dry, give it some H2O. If it’s damp, check again in a day or two. Let your water sit: There are two reasons why you want to let your water sit in the watering can before going to your plants. First, water should be room temperature. Anything hotter or colder can damage the plants. Letting it sit ensures the temperature will be just right. Secondly, water may have chemicals in it, such as chlorine. If you have a filtration on your tap, that’s ideal. If not, letting the water sit for 24 hours allows time for some of the chemicals to evaporate off.

How to choose a watering hose length

The only thing worse than hundreds of feet of unnecessary garden watering hose is a hose that is too short! Luckily, there’s an easy solution. Measure from the spigot the furthest distance you’ll need the hose to reach. You’ll want to get a watering hose that is a little longer than your measurement. This provides a bit of room for error as well as extra length if you need to go around something like a flower bed. To keep any length of watering hose neat and tidy when not in use, shops on Etsy offer a variety of hose holders and reels that make storing your hose easy.

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