Houseplants are easier to water when you can reach the soil between their leaves. The Bloem Aqua Rite pairs an extra-long spout with a compact 56 fl oz body for pots around the home.
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Bloem Aqua Rite watering can — 56 fl oz
Reach the soil between leafy stems with an extra-long spout and a compact can for everyday watering.
- 56 US fl oz, approximately 1.66 L
- Extra-long spout
- Bermuda Teal, one-piece plastic construction
US$ 13.36
Price for one watering can.
View deal on Amazon (opens in a new tab)Price checked Nov 7, 2026. Price and availability may change.
Know the plant and its surroundings
Identify the species before deciding how dry to let the soil become. A rule for a moisture-loving leafy plant should not automatically be used for a succulent. Light, wind, temperature, pot size and growing medium also change how quickly a container dries. Reassess after moving a plant.
Check moisture below the surface when appropriate for the species. A small pot's changing weight may be another clue if it is safe and comfortable to lift. There is no single checking depth or watering amount for every plant.
Wilted or yellow leaves alone do not prove thirst. Look at the soil and drainage before adding water to a pot that may already be soaked.
Give excess water a way out
For ordinary pots with growing medium, keep drainage holes clear. If a nursery pot sits inside a decorative outer pot, check for trapped water after watering. Apply water gently to the growing medium as the species requires and allow excess water to drain. Do not leave roots standing in a filled saucer.
Self-watering containers have their own reservoir instructions; do not automatically treat them like ordinary pots.
A small watering can for a few pots
The selected Bloem Aqua Rite is the 56-US-fluid-ounce Bermuda Teal version, approximately 1.66 liters. Its long spout may help reach the soil between leaves. This size can be practical for a few pots, though it means more refills for a larger collection.
If a clean container you own already lets you direct the water gently, keep using it. A new can does not fix poor drainage or tell you when a plant needs watering.
