The days are getting longer and the weather is feeling balmier, but don't rush to plant dahlia tubers outside - acting too soon could do more harm than good ...

Two poorly placed cacti more than 50 years ago have turned into a full-scale invasion. It's prompting calls for people to dispose of their cacti safely to avoid a very prickly problem.

I spent four months testing the most popular hydroponic indoor gardens on the market, and these three are the best.