I love the idea of reusing the milk jugs -- because we can use ½ gallon as well!
I've been creating "water stations" at each bed. The kids scoop water out of a 5 gallon bucket next to the garden with a quart container that has holes on the bottom. They then make rain on the plants. I like this because the containers fit nicely into each other (if same kind) and they have lasted for several years. If they break, it is no big deal to recycle it and bring out more.
I am also able to have some students help me make holes in the containers prior to spring. This technique really only works well in the spring when we have seeds and small plants. But the nice thing is that I can set the water stations up and then other classes or small groups or one-to-ones can come out and contribute to the garden without me being there. I just keep 2-3 of the yogurt quarts in each 5 gallon bucket.
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Kirsten Saylor
Saint Paul MN
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-13-2023 02:29:50 PM
From: Debbie Gries
Subject: Watering can recommendations
I just ordered these (https://www.amazon.com/Happyyami-Watering-Indoor-Succulent-Vegetable/dp/B08ZHDJL1N/ref=mp_s_a_1_22?crid=1JDW2CVJNG3RC&keywords=watering+can+kids+multiple&qid=1682521351&sprefix=watering+can+kids+multiple+%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-22) and I LOVE THEM and so do the kids. They are a little pricey, but I like them because:
- They are small and the kids can fill them up by themselves when I put water in a tub or bucket.
2. Very importantly, they have a rain spout. I like the other ones that people have suggested but I have found that kids even up to the upper elementary age don't take the time to water slowly, so therefore they create those holes in the soil when they water using the watering cans others recommended.
3. They aren't plastic.
4. They will last a long time.
Good luck!
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Debbie Gries
Original Message:
Sent: 05-12-2023 07:57:19 AM
From: Katrina Goldowsky-Dill
Subject: Watering can recommendations
Does anyone have a favorite kids watering can for programs? I'm looking for something that is (a) easy for kids to use, (b) lasts for more than one season (c) cost effective (I need about 12). Bonus points if it's easy to store!
We've tried a few models but they all fail in one area or another!!
Thanks!
Katrina
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Katrina Goldowsky-Dill
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