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The Crown Town Blog

Chewin' the Cud

What’s new in our world? What’s new in the world? Read more about local and global sustainability efforts, see what we’re humming on and pick up a few tips from our crew and collaborators.

29 Oct
Gardening TipsSmall Choices, Big Impact
A Primer on Grass Alternatives

Around these parts, autumn is planting season. Late September through November is just about the best time of the year for native seed—but why, you might ask?

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6 Oct
Gardening Tips
A Warm Welcome to Fall

Around these parts, autumn is planting season. Late September through November is just about the best time of the year for native seed—but why, you might ask?

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19 Sep
Small Choices, Big Impact
Compost is the New Black

The idea is simple: dedicated drop-off points at convenient third spaces around the neighborhood, giving locals the ability to compost with minimal effort and maximum reach.

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12 Aug
Get Nerdy
A Brief History of Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA)

Maybe you already heard, maybe you’re just reading it here for the first time.

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26 Jun
Farm Fun
The Tomatoes Are Coming

Get your club sandwiches ready: Tomatoes are officially arriving at Crown Town Farm. And not just any old tomatoes.

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22 Apr
Get Nerdy
Five Sneaky Ways You’re Wasting Food

To the uninitiated, compost may be synonymous with just soil or dirt, but compost is its own special landscaping and gardening tool.

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9 Apr
Get Nerdy
Why Your Yard Loves Compost: The Science Behind Healthier Plants

Rather than soil, compost is food for the soil that our lawns, hedges, flowers, and vegetables grow in. And by feeding the soil in your yard, which is very much alive with all sorts of vital and amazing organisms, you can magically boost the health and beauty of the landscaping that you plant in it.

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28 Jun
Get Nerdy
Transform Your Yard: The Ultimate Guide to Compost-Based Landscaping (Part 2)

In Part 2, we’ll offer some practical advice on how to integrate compost into your landscape effectively. Whether you’re planning to create your own compost pile or choose high-quality bagged products, we’ll cover everything you need to know to get started.

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9 Apr
Get Nerdy
Transform Your Yard: The Ultimate Guide to Compost-Based Landscaping (Part 1)

Are you thinking about incorporating compost into your landscape maintenance routine, but not sure how to get started? We’re here to help! This guide is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of compost-based landscaping.

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