Alright, let’s gab about them ornamental watering cans, you know, the pretty ones you use for your flowers and such.
First off, what is a watering can, you ask? Well, it’s a thing, you see, kinda like a jug with a handle and a spout. You fill it up with water and then you pour the water on your plants. Simple as that. Some are plain, just metal or plastic, but then you got these fancy ones, the ornamental ones. Those are the ones we’re talkin’ about today. They got all sorts of designs and colors and shapes. Some look like little animals, some look like fancy teapots. You name it, they probably make it.
Now, why would you want a fancy waterin’ can? Well, for starters, they just look nice. You know, like when you got guests over and they see your pretty can sittin’ on the porch. Makes the place look a bit more put-together. And then, you know, it makes waterin’ the plants a little less of a chore. It’s like, if you gotta do it anyway, might as well do it with somethin’ pretty.
- Looks Pretty: Makes your garden and porch look nice.
- Feels Good: Using somethin’ fancy makes chores feel less like work.
- Conversation Starter: Guests see it and they’re like, “Oh, that’s a pretty can!”
I seen all sorts of waterin’ cans in my day. Some are made of that shiny metal, what do they call it… galvanized metal, yeah, that’s it. Those are real sturdy, last a long time. Then you got the plastic ones, all sorts of colors. And then some are made of that… ceramic stuff, like plates and bowls. Those are real pretty but you gotta be careful with ’em, they break easy.
And the shapes! My goodness, the shapes. Like I said, some look like animals. I seen a frog one, a duck one, even a little elephant. And then there’s the ones that look like old-timey kettles, or fancy teapots. Some got long spouts, some got short spouts. Some got big handles, some got little handles. It all depends on what you like and what you need.
How do you use one? Well, you just fill it up with water, that’s the first thing. Then you carry it over to your plants and you tilt it, see, so the water comes out the spout. You gotta be careful not to spill, though. And you don’t want to drown your plants, just give ’em a good drink. Not too much, not too little. Just right, like Goldilocks and the porridge, you know?
Now, some folks like to use their waterin’ cans for more than just waterin’ plants. I heard tell of people usin’ ’em to decorate their fences. Like, hangin’ ’em up, or puttin’ ’em on shelves. Makes the fence look kinda… vintage, you know? Like somethin’ out of an old picture book. And then, I seen some folks puttin’ crystals in ’em. I don’t rightly know why, but it looks kinda sparkly and pretty. Maybe it helps the plants grow better, who knows? Old wives’ tales, they call ’em.
And speakin’ of old wives’ tales, there’s this one about waterin’ cans bein’ a symbol of care. Like, takin’ care of your plants is like takin’ care of people, you see? Nurturing them, helpin’ them grow. And that ain’t just about plants in your garden, that’s about your family, your friends, your whole community. You gotta water ’em with kindness and love, just like you water your plants with water.
So, there you have it, my thoughts on ornamental watering cans. They ain’t just for waterin’ plants, they’re for makin’ your place look nice, feelin’ good about your chores, and maybe even remindin’ you to take care of the people around you. And if you’re lookin’ to get yourself one, well, there’s plenty to choose from. Just pick one that you like, one that makes you smile. That’s all that matters.
And one more thing, if you are thinking of buying one, remember to pick one with a good balance. A watering can that’s too heavy when full is a pain in the neck to carry around. And make sure the handle is comfy, you don’t want it digging into your hand when you are trying to water your hanging baskets. The size matters too. If you got lots of plants you’ll want a bigger one but if all you got is a few pots on the porch, a small one is probably enough.
Anyways, that’s all I got to say about waterin’ cans. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta go water my petunias.
