Dahlias come in a huge range of shapes and sizes, from dwarf collarettes to spiky cactus, dinner plate, pom pom, waterlily and anemone-flowered varieties, all of which have their own charm.

The days are getting longer and the weather is feeling balmier, but don't rush to plant dahlia tubers outside - acting too ...

Dahlias must be planted after the risk of frost ... fibrous-rooted begonias, typically dwarf varieties with smaller flowers, perfect for containers and also usually treated as annuals; and foliage ...

Get stuck into your garden and give your pot plants some attention as spring officially gets underway, bringing brighter days ...