6 Eco-Friendly Watering Cans So Sturdy, They'll Outlive Your Houseplants

Having a green thumb is great, but taking a green approach to the entire way you care for plants is the true power move. This includes a one-and-done attitude toward purchasing new supplies, like a sturdy watering can that lets you meet your little sprouts' hydration needs while making very little impact on the environment. One way to do that is to focus on watering cans made of biodegradable and/or recyclable stuff like ceramic, steel, and even post-consumer recycled materials.

That's where the six watering cans below come into play. Each one is made sustainably, but that's not the only fetching feature about them. For one, they're built to last, so you can make any one of these your trusty co-parent when it comes to your houseplant brood. But another thing we can't ignore about these is their aesthetic appeal. They're sculptural and stylish enough to gift to a gardener or just leave out on the ledge to admire.

Start planting the seeds for a sustainable container garden with one of these long-lasting watering cans.

We're smitten with the Public Goods Watering Can, made of rugged stainless steel with a powder-coated finish that makes it resistant to rust and corrosion. It's compliant with the stringent standards for nontoxic products required by California's Proposition 65. At almost 1 foot tall, this slender fella holds one liter of water, and its long and narrow spout ensures you won't over-drench the roots. Oh, and it's on massive sale right now at The Container store.

We had to do a double take when we stumbled upon the modern marbled wonder that is this the Flora Bunda Loop Ceramic Watering Can. Flecks of gold on a creamy white base make this an objet de art worthy of a display shelf, to be frank. The 10-inch watering can is perfect to have on hand for your growing assortment of houseplants. Grab it for 36 percent off.

"A darling piece of decor or a useful watering tool. Either way you can't go wrong," wrote a shopper.

The quaint Metal Watering Can by trendy garden brand The Sill comes in three finishes: silver, bronze, and gold. It holds 1 liter of water, but don't worry about rust; it's treated to repel that. You won't be surprised that a can this pretty is handmade.

Made entirely of post-consumer recycled materials, this curvy can by TerraCycle has a wide spout to give your plants a refreshing shower. The 1.5-gallon TerraCycle Watering Can is great for an outdoor container garden, and it comes in a taupe color that'll blend with all your adorable planters. In addition to repurposing would-be landfill trash, this clever watering can be recycled at the end of its life.

This speckled pink beauty is the Conservatorio Ceramic Watering Can, a geometric piece of pottery that's just 7 inches high and handcrafted by artisans. Its slim profile makes it ergonomic despite having no handle. A watering can that doubles as a vase? We're here for it.

If a bold pop of color is your gardening vibe, the Gardener Select Water Can is the watering wonder for you. The galvanized steel vessel comes in three powder-coated hues: yellow, blue, and red. The 10-inch can holds a generous amount of water: three and a half liters. It's leak-proof, rust-resistant, and comfy in the palm of your hand.