Community Garden Program at Crown Point

The Community Garden Program at Crown Point offers community members the opportunity to grow their own food using certified organic practices while contributing to a larger, shared food access mission.

Designed to reduce barriers to gardening and support long-term success, the program provides prepared garden beds, shared tools, water access, and connections to our farmers, all within a regenerative farm setting.


Season runs from April 1-October 31, 2026 with eight garden plots available.

Two garden plot options available including a 14 ft bed, or 7 ft bed.

Cost is $75 or $40.

(Our pricing is supported by those who can pay in full, which may allow us to offer

reduced access to those facing financial hardship.)

Beginner-friendly!

Garden plots located at 3220 Ira Rd., Akron, OH 44333

Registration and online payment available, or with mail-in/drop-off check and registration form.

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Who This Progam Is For

This program is a good fit for individuals or families who can commit to regular garden visits throughout the growing season and are excited to grow food using organic practices in a shared community setting.

Participants should be comfortable working independently in their plot while contributing to a cooperative environment that values communication, stewardship, and mutual respect.

Garden Structure and What’s Included

Eight individual garden beds available to the public

Beds are prepared by Crown Point prior to the start of the season, including soil and compost, and pre-season tilling and bed preparation.

Requirements for participants

Ongoing planting, maintenance, weeding, and harvesting within individual plots are the responsibility of each participant. Certified organic practices required. Absolutely NO pesticides, herbicides or insecticides. Seeds must be certified organic. Farmers can advise participants on organic suppliers.

What you’ll receive

All participants will receive water, shared community garden tools, farm facilities during designated hours, informal guidance with Crown Point’s farmers.

How It Works

All participants must complete an online, or mail-in application (link below).

All plots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. A waitlist will be maintained once plots are full.

All participants must attend a seasonal orientation covering:

  • Organic growing practices

  • Garden expectations

  • Tool and water access

  • Communication and support

All participants must maintain their plots throughout the season, and clear their plot by the end-of-season deadline to prepare beds for the following year.

Ready to join?

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Accessibility and Inclusivity

Crown Point welcomes gardeners of all experience levels.

  • Beginners encouraged

  • Families welcome (children must be supervised)

  • Shared tools provided

  • Staff available for guidance and support

Garden paths and beds are located within an active farm environment. Participants with specific accessibility needs are encouraged to reach out in advance so we can explore accommodations where possible.

Please contact us with specific accessibility questions or accommodation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Accepted participants will complete a participant expectations agreement and standard farm paperwork prior to the start of the season.

  • No. Beginners are welcome. This program is designed to support gardeners of all experience levels.

  • Bed dimensions will be shared prior to the season and are designed to be manageable for individual gardeners.

  • Yes. Shared community garden tools are available onsite. Participants may also bring their own hand tools if preferred.

  • Yes. Water access is provided for garden use.

  • We understand that life happens. Communication is key—participants are encouraged to contact staff if challenges arise. Plots that are abandoned without communication may be reclaimed and replanted.

  • Only certified organic inputs are permitted. No synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides may be used.

  • Yes. Children are welcome but must be supervised by an adult at all times.

  • Yes. A seasonal orientation is required for all participants to ensure shared understanding of practices, expectations, and safety.

  • Your personal plot harvest is yours to keep. However, participants are encouraged to support food access through:

    • Shared donation beds

    • Optional “Grow an Extra Row” participation