EcoTwist Watering Can: A Simple Way to Go Green in Your Garden
In today’s world, sustainability is more than just a trend—it’s a necessity. As gardeners, we understand the importance of nurturing the earth, not just through the plants we grow but also in the choices we make with the tools we use. That’s why I tried to find a company that recycles PLA, a type of plastic derived from cornstach and made this watering can out of it. The EcoTwist Watering Can, a simple yet impactful way to reduce the amount of plastic waste going into a landfill.
The EcoTwist is made from recycled plastic from a company called Printerior, a choice that significantly reduces the environmental impact compared to traditional watering cans made from virgin materials. Printerior is not sponsoring me or anything, I just wanted to share where to buy this material. You can also ship them your scrap plastic and they will turn it into usable 3d printing material. Be sure to read their limits though, as the only take certain types.
By repurposing plastic waste into a functional, everyday item, the EcoTwist helps to divert plastic from landfills and the ocean, where it can take hundreds of years to decompose. This choice alone makes a powerful statement: sustainability can be built into even the smallest aspects of our lives.
Why Recycled Plastic?
Recycled plastic is a key player in the movement toward reducing waste and creating a circular economy. By choosing products made from recycled materials, we reduce the demand for new plastic production, which is energy-intensive and contributes to environmental pollution. The use of recycled plastic in products like the EcoTwist shows that we can turn waste into something useful—something beautiful even.
Plastic has long been the go-to material for watering cans due to its durability and light weight. However, new plastic production is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. That’s where recycled plastic steps in, offering the same benefits without the environmental costs of producing new material. Every EcoTwist Watering Can made from recycled plastic represents one more step toward reducing plastic waste, one garden at a time.
Now, there is no way around the sheer amount of plastic pollution in our environment. It is this generations Lead paint, or Asbestos problem. Ideally we would shift to a material that isn’t so destructive and breaks down easier. Corn starch based plastic, while still a contributor to this problem doesn’t last hundreds of years in the environment, and will in fact break down in much less time.
The Perfect Size for Every Gardener
The EcoTwist’s one-quart capacity is ideal for small indoor plants, flower beds, and container gardens. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and designed to provide just the right amount of water without overloading your plants. Whether you're caring for a small herb garden in your kitchen or brightening up your patio with colorful flowers, this watering can is both practical and sustainable.
More Than a Watering Can: A Step Toward Sustainability
While the EcoTwist Watering Can might seem like a small addition to your gardening routine, it’s a meaningful one. Every time you choose to buy a product made from recycled materials, you’re making a conscious decision to reduce your environmental impact. Small steps like avoiding new plastic, add up, contribute to a larger shift toward sustainability in everyday life.
At its core, the EcoTwist is a reminder that even the simplest tools can be designed with the planet in mind. Whether you're watering a windowsill garden or a plot, you’re supporting a product that aligns with your values—one that helps to reduce waste and promote a greener future.