A watering can is invaluable for watering plants indoors or for small areas outside. A bucket-like reservoir holds the water with a bowed handle on one side. There is a long spout on the opposite side that may be capped with a rose or a dribble bar.

Choose a lightweight can that feels balanced when full, and holds a generous amount of water without being too heavy to carry. A 9 litre (2 gallon) can is a convenient size for general outdoor use, weighing 8 kg (18 lb) when full. The opening should be wide enough and positioned in a way that will make it easy to fill from a tap.

Cans for indoor use should have a long spout to reach into plant pots and window boxes.