Are Used Coffee Grounds Good Additive For Soil?

Q: Are used coffee grounds a good additive for our acidic soil?
A: Coffee grounds are a good soil additive, like any kind of organic material. Once completely broken down, they open up the soil and hold nutrients and water. It is a myth that they are acidic or problematic in any way.
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