Sowing begins in earnest now. Mid-month or once the days have gone from lion to lamb, plant broad beans, early peas, carrots, lettuces, spinach, salad leaves, leeks and chard. Plant Jerusalem artichoke tubers – bury them 1” deep and 12-18” apart – bearing in mind that they like to spread and will do so like…
Make sure that you get your garlic in the ground before the end of February. Break the bulbs into the individual cloves and plant pointed-end up, so that the tip is just covered in soil. Space them 15cm apart in rows that are 30cm apart in a sunny spot, preferably with well-drained soil. Make sure…
We’re pleased to announce that Dover Town Council won a Loo of the Year Gold award, and also received an attendant of the year award as well. Pictured are Town Clerk Allison Burton with Loo of the Year Gold Award and Councillor Sue Jones with her toilet attendant of the year award. Congratulations are in order!
It is not too late to stake young trees and climbing plants now to keep them from being blown by winter winds. Prune apple and pear trees and the Buddleia, or butterfly tree. Borders could do with mulch so use manure, leaf mould or compost at least 2 inches thick to put nutrients back into…
The People of Dover Awards were launched to thank the people who make a real difference to the town of Dover or its residents. It will shine a light on ordinary people who help to improve the quality of life for others and celebrate the excellent work done by individuals, groups and businesses across the…