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How to stimulate grass growth on the lawn: a life hack with coffee grounds

Ihor Romanko

How to fertilise the soil for growing grass on the lawn

A lush green lawn is always an eye-catcher and makes your home stand out from the neighbours. That's why we're always looking for ways to improve lawn care. But it seems that one of the most effective ways to improve your lawn may be right in your kitchen.

Coffee grounds are proving to be a great addition to your lawn, as they contain beneficial nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus, and help to drain and aerate the soil.

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However, it is important not to simply scatter coffee grounds on the lawn, as caffeine can affect the pH level of the soil. Instead, experts recommend adding thin layers of coffee grounds to your compost and using it as a natural fertiliser for your lawn to provide it with additional nutrients and stimulate growth.

Here are some steps you can take to use coffee grounds as a fertiliser for your lawn:

  1. Collect the coffee grounds: After brewing your favourite coffee, save the used grounds. Remember that it is important to use only 100% natural coffee grounds without any additional ingredients or flavourings;
  2. Add to the compost: Spread the coffee grounds in a thin layer over your compost bin. Remember that coffee grounds should only be one component of the compost, along with other organic materials such as lawn clippings, leaves and fruit peels. By ensuring a balance between the different materials, you will help create nutritious compost for your lawn;
  3. Use as a fertiliser: Once your compost has matured, use it as a natural fertiliser for your lawn. Spread it evenly over the entire lawn area by smoothing it out with a spade or using special fertiliser spreaders;
  4. Water and maintain: After applying the coffee compost, water the lawn to allow the fertiliser to penetrate the soil. Continued regular watering and maintenance will help keep your lawn healthy and green.Don't forget that coffee grounds are just one of the many ways to improve your lawn. It's also important to consider other factors such as proper watering, regular mowing and weed removal to ensure optimal conditions for grass growth.

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