For borders and deep beds, reach matters. A long-reach spout gets water right to the root zone without stepping into the bed, and a larger capacity means fewer trips back to the tap. Our metal cans are made to last a lifetime and look beautiful doing it, while our plastic range offers the same considered design with a lighter feel in the hand.

Keeping a patio watered is thirsty work, so choosing a can that's comfortable and balanced to pour makes all the difference. Match the size to her collection – a smaller watering can might be ample for a few cherished pots, or she might prefer a larger capacity if she's got a patio full to tend.

A greenhouse watering can often needs to do more than one job. Seeds and seedlings need an extra-fine rose to deliver a gentle spray that won't disturb the soil or dislodge young plants. As plants mature, she can switch to a coarser spray for speed – and a long-reach spout makes light work of far shelves and hard-to-reach corners.

Watering houseplants needs as much accuracy as possible. A curved spout aims water exactly where you want it, without splashing leaves, surfaces, or anything she'd rather keep dry. If she likes to bring the outside in, a Haws jug will show off her stems beautifully placed on a windowsill or kitchen table.