Are you addicted to coffee? You’re not alone. Our days are filled with cups of coffee and our containers… with coffee grounds. Sound familiar? Did you know that coffee grounds, which are often thrown away after brewing a delicious cup of coffee, can be reused as a valuable natural fertilizer for your plants? Yes, these grounds, packed with essential nutrients, can improve soil health and promote plant growth. In another helpful video on the Instagram page ‘creative_explained’, we learned how to use leftover coffee grounds to grow more fruit or vegetable plants in kitchen gardens.
Composting coffee grounds
One of the easiest ways to use coffee grounds is to add them to your compost pile. Coffee grounds are rich in nitrogen, a vital nutrient for plant growth. They also help improve soil structure and aeration, creating a favorable environment for root development.
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Homemade Fertilizer from Coffee Grounds: How to Make Natural Fertilizer:
To make a quick and easy fertilizer, combine used coffee grounds with cinnamon and carbonated water. This mixture provides a balanced combination of nutrients that can benefit your plants.
Ingredients:
Used coffee grounds (from a cup of coffee)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup of sparkling mineral water
Instructions:
- Place the used coffee grounds in a bowl.
- Add the cinnamon and carbonated water.
- Mix well until ingredients are completely combined.
- Apply the mixture directly to the soil around your plants, about once every two weeks.
- Avoid applying excessive amounts as it may cause nutrient imbalances.
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Benefits of using coffee grounds as fertilizer:
- Nutrient-rich: Coffee grounds contain nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, essential macronutrients for plant growth.
- Improves soil health: Coffee grounds help improve soil structure, aeration, and water retention.
- Repels Pests: The strong aroma of coffee grounds can deter certain pests such as ants and slugs.
- Improves microbial activity: Coffee grounds can stimulate the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the soil.
Additional Tips
- Freshly ground coffee: For best results, use freshly ground coffee.
- Dilute the mixture: If using coffee grounds fertilizer for sensitive plants, dilute it with water before applying.
- Avoid over-application: Overuse of coffee grounds can lead to nutrient imbalances and soil acidity.
So next time you brew beer A cup of coffeeRemember to save those leftovers and put them to good use!
About Neha GroverHer love for reading sparked her writerly instinct. Neha is guilty of having a deep fixation with anything containing caffeine. When she is not pouring her thoughts on screen, she can be seen reading while sipping on coffee.
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