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If you want to have fresh tomatoes all summer, this one gardening tip will ensure you have a much larger harvest to enjoy.

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Shane advises: "You can get lush and beautiful tomato plants using all-natural ingredients found at home. Namely, coffee grounds. "Used coffee grounds make some of the best fertiliser around.