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Tenielle Jordison

Have you used coffee grounds on your orchids? Here's why experts warn to be careful with this DIY fertilizer

Do orchids like coffee grounds?.

Making your own fertilizer can involve using up household waste and getting creative - what's not to love? It's important to think carefully about what you're feeding your plants, however, so that they can reap the benefits and avoid adverse effects.

If you care for orchids in your home, you'll know that they can be tricky to keep happy. You might expect that because coffee grounds are good for plants, using them to fertilize your orchids is also a good idea. However, be cautious with this plant food solution.

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