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Is it OK to place coffee grounds around my plants?

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Coffee grounds are a good source of slow-release nitrogen, when spread around the base of your plants. They contain about 2% nitrogen as well as small amounts of phosphorous and plenty of organic matter. They can have a low pH (about 6.2), so could gradually acidify your soil, but they help to improve soil fertility of your garden.

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