Last updated at 29/09/2026 11:49:06
Watering Can with Rose, 5L, Galvanised
Delivery $20
Holman 5L Galvanised Watering Can
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originally posted on bunnings.com.au
I purchased this Holman galvanised watering can yesterday. I used it for the first AND LAST time yesterday afternoon. After watering some plants outside my laundry door I put the can on the floor in my laundry (didn’t want to find a frog in there today, thus why I put it inside). 15 minutes later I’m walking in water on my laundry floor. No holes in watering can. Just very poorly made seals, therefore USELESS! I’m annoyed I know have to waste my time returning this item!
originally posted on bunnings.com.au
I bought 3 of these Holman watering cans at Bunning stores in recent years. I bought the first one because I was not aware of their poor quality. I bought the second one because I thought I had a bad run with the first one, and I bought the third one because I am a moron and should have known better! Each of my three Holman cans rusted away and became useless within 18 months or so of the purchase. I still have a Tomlin galvanised watering can (bought it perhaps 20 years ago), there is no sign of any rust on it. I cannot recommend a Holman galvanised 9 L watering cans manufactured in the late 2010s, early 2020s.
originally posted on bunnings.com.au
The design of the shower head uses a small hole and because of the very flat shower head design it struggles to distribute water evenly to all the individual holes. Because of this, water takes too long to come out and is not very efficient. I often find myself holding it up too long. The metal construction is sturdy, but unfortunately my unit came with excess glue at the bottom and paired with the design it is not a good watering can.Watering cans with more ergonomic designs such as plastic ones will be more efficient to use. If you are going to buy a metal watering can and require an even and efficient water flow, I would spend more money on a higher quality one because this one does not perform well.
Watering Can with Rose, 5L, Galvanised
Delivery $20
Holman 5L Galvanised Watering Can
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
I purchased this Holman galvanised watering can yesterday. I used it for the first AND LAST time yesterday afternoon. After watering some plants outside my laundry door I put the can on the floor in my laundry (didn’t want to find a frog in there today, thus why I put it inside). 15 minutes later I’m walking in water on my laundry floor. No holes in watering can. Just very poorly made seals, therefore USELESS! I’m annoyed I know have to waste my time returning this item!
I bought 3 of these Holman watering cans at Bunning stores in recent years. I bought the first one because I was not aware of their poor quality. I bought the second one because I thought I had a bad run with the first one, and I bought the third one because I am a moron and should have known better! Each of my three Holman cans rusted away and became useless within 18 months or so of the purchase. I still have a Tomlin galvanised watering can (bought it perhaps 20 years ago), there is no sign of any rust on it. I cannot recommend a Holman galvanised 9 L watering cans manufactured in the late 2010s, early 2020s.
The design of the shower head uses a small hole and because of the very flat shower head design it struggles to distribute water evenly to all the individual holes. Because of this, water takes too long to come out and is not very efficient. I often find myself holding it up too long. The metal construction is sturdy, but unfortunately my unit came with excess glue at the bottom and paired with the design it is not a good watering can.Watering cans with more ergonomic designs such as plastic ones will be more efficient to use. If you are going to buy a metal watering can and require an even and efficient water flow, I would spend more money on a higher quality one because this one does not perform well.
This is my second time buying this watering can. Fool me once.. when it started leaking, I gave benefit of the doubt and bought another. Fool me twice.. the second lasted even less time before leaking and is now completely rusted at the base inside. Spent the extra money, compared to a plastic watering can thinking it’d be longer lasting and better for the environment. Far from it. Will not be buying again!
These zinc 9L watering cans just dont last. Ive had this one 3 years, and previous coloured ones lasted about 2 years. I try to avoid plastic as that cracks up with the SA sun. I do believe the seasol mixture doesnt help. Made in India, why doesnt Australia make a decent galvanised watering can?
The can is OK (I have a green one), but when you pick it up, make sure it is not above your feet. One year after purchase, with the can still in excellent condition, I picked it up empty one morning and the handle came off in my hand, with the rest of the can crashing onto the ground. Closer inspection revealed that the handle had been attached with pop rivets, with very inadequate flanging. If the handle comes off when full you could have almost 10kg falling onto your foot! I reported this to Holman, who kindly offered me a new watering can, but with no new warranty. Does not display much confidence in their product! There was also a requirement that the old one be destroyed, which I find wastefuI as it can easily be repaired with proper rivets. I therefore ... MoreThe can is OK (I have a green one), but when you pick it up, make sure it is not above your feet. One year after purchase, with the can still in excellent condition, I picked it up empty one morning and the handle came off in my hand, with the rest of the can crashing onto the ground. Closer inspection revealed that the handle had been attached with pop rivets, with very inadequate flanging. If the handle comes off when full you could have almost 10kg falling onto your foot! I reported this to Holman, who kindly offered me a new watering can, but with no new warranty. Does not display much confidence in their product! There was also a requirement that the old one be destroyed, which I find wastefuI as it can easily be repaired with proper rivets. I therefore declined and will repair it with proper solid rivets and hopefully nothing else breaks anytime soon!
Looks good and expected it to last far longer than a plastic can. Each lasted less than 24 hours, all leaked from the junction of the spout to the body. Poor quality control/no quality control. My apartment has an out door tap on one side and I have another balcony on the other side. I can carry water from the tap to the plants whilst it leaks over the carpet.Initially I thought it was just unlucky but I have proved it wasn’tI am prepared to pay for a good watering can and thought $25 was ok. This is NOT a good can….
Grabbed this watering can after getting sick of plastic ones that fatigue and crack from sun and weather. It leaks! What is the last thing you want your watering can to do? Can't believe how many other people have had the same issue. Leaks from the base of the spout where it meets the can.
I thought a galvanised watering can would be somewhat rust proof. Within a few uses it started to rust out... I kept using it and within about a year the rust ate through and past the base of the can so it now leaks out. The rust transferred to your soil with each water will eventually lower your soil pH to levels potentially harmful to plants, evident in younger leaves yellowing in plants like citrus. Stick with a plastic watering can so you don't have to deal with secondary problems this watering can creates. The spout section also fails over time (at the thread), so the head doesn't even stay on anymore without some force to retrofit it. Would not recommend. Would not buy again. Should have taken it in for an exchange much earlier.
Bought one of this after my plastic one split. The ceiling rose rusted at the screw portion. Broke off after 18 months and also the bottom start to leak. Internally covered in rust. Water use comes mainly from water collected from hot-shower tap before hot water emerge. Chuck it in the bin. UselessAlso bought a second plastic one at the same time, still going strong, better buy than the metal one.
This galvanised metal watering can is ideal for general garden use to water your vegetables and flowered plants. Featuring two handles for easy balance and pouring, and durable and robust material to suit the harsh Australian conditions.
This galvanised metal watering can is ideal for general garden use to water your vegetables and flowered plants. Featuring two handles for easy balance and pouring, and durable and robust material to suit the harsh Australian conditions.
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The lowest price for Holman 5L Galvanised Watering Can right now is $29.99 at westwatersystems.com.au, compared across 2 retailers.
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Prices last updated 29 Sept 2026.
Holman 5L Galvanised Watering Can
This galvanised metal watering can is ideal for general garden use to water your vegetables and flowered plants. Featuring two handles for easy balance and pouring, and durable and robust material to suit the harsh Australian conditions.
This galvanised metal watering can is ideal for general garden use to water your vegetables and flowered plants. Featuring two handles for easy balance and pouring, and durable and robust material to suit the harsh Australian conditions.
