Best Watering Cans to Buy in 2021

With One of These Sleek Watering Cans, You Can Hydrate Your Plants in Style

They are so aesthetically pleasing.

Published on September 8, 2021

CB2 Brass Watering Can — Photo: Courtesy of CB2

Whether you have a green thumb (and lots of plants!) or simply want to bring some personality to your interior or exterior garden space, the right watering can help you tackle a crucial task in style. From brass and copper to metal and ceramic iterations, these essentials help your plants thrive—and should look good doing it. Choose one with a shiny exterior, botanical illustration, or an interesting silhouette, and you will be happy to keep your watering can where everyone can see it, long after your plants have gotten enough to drink.

Top Picks

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Barbara King

This oversized watering can is both an attention-grabbing piece of décor and an effective gardening tool. Beyond its charming floral design, it has a wide opening that holds up to seven liters of water. It also comes with a removable nozzle for easy pouring.

Shop Now: Barbara King Oversized French Floral Metal Watering Can, $50, qvc.com.

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H&M

Thanks to its striking gold color, this piece stands out beautifully in a sea of greenery.

Shop Now: H&M Metal Watering Can, $34.99, hm.com.

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CB2

Described as "art in use," this handmade brass watering can has a unique silhouette that you'll want to display alongside your plants. It's easy to clean (just wipe it down with a soft dry cloth), and it can be used inside or out.

Shop Now: CB2 Brass Watering Can, $49.95, cb2.com.

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West Elm

This watering can has a modern design reminiscent of a handbag. Available in two colors, it has a compact, slender construction, so it's easy to store on a windowsill.

Shop Now: West Elm Modern Sprout Watering Can, $84, westelm.com.

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Burgon and Ball

Burgon and Ball is a centuries-old brand celebrated by the Royal Horticultural Society, so you know you're getting an excellent product for your garden when you purchase their wares. This piece's matte white finish is lovely, and the long, thin spout ensures you send water exactly where you aim.

Shop Now: Burgon and Ball Buttermilk Watering Can, $36.95, potterybarn.com.

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DR. UANG

Specifically designed for indoor use, this easy-to-clean plastic watering can has a removable nozzle and scale to measure the amount of water poured in.

Shop Now: DR.UANG Watering Can for Indoor Plants, $8.99, amazon.com.

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Williams Sonoma

Coppersmiths in Turkey made this shining vessel, complete with embellishments and textures that will become more prominent when the metal oxidizes.

Shop Now: Williams Sonoma Copper Extra-Large Watering Can, $349.95, williams-sonoma.com.

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Urban Outfitters

Simple, minimal, and modern: This clear, conical-shaped watering looks ultra-sleek and gets the job done.

Shop Now: Urban Outfitters "Stevie" Glass Watering Can, $27.99, urbanoutfitters.com.

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White Flower Farm

More lovely florals! Inspired by botanic art from the Royal Horticultural Society, this watering can is yet another gardening tool with an impressive legacy behind it. A slim spout and two handles help you effectively care for your plants, too.

Shop Now: White Flower Farm "Butterfly Meadow" Indoor Watering Can, $24, whiteflowerfarm.com.

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Flora Bunda

Watering cans don't have to be metal. With a beautiful blush shade and interesting silhouette (there's no handle!), this ceramic vessel is a sturdy, stylish décor piece.

Shop Now: Flora Bunda Speckled Ceramic Watering Can in Blush, $24.99, bedbathandbeyond.com.

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