Can I Put Coffee Grounds on My Roses and Gladiolas?

Question

My gladiolas bulb is producing more tiny bulb and they are above ground. Can I cover it with coffee grounds?

Is coffee grounds good for roses?

Answer 1

You certainly can sprinkle the coffee grounds on the ground around the roses and work it in a little bit. It is a great soils amendment and the gladiolas will love them too. I would not cover the new little bulbs with coffee grounds though as direct contact might cause some tissue burn. Cover those with some nice potting type soil and water lightly. Here are some links to articles on this subject for you:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/garden-recycling.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/coffee-grounds-gardening.htm