I love dahlias, but have never tried to grow them. From what I understand they aren't hardy here (north Alabama) and I don't want to have to dig and store and replant them.

catbird, thanks....input can really help everyone receive better,.,.,.,. MONEY SAVING, 'time' saving , s-p-a-c-e saving ideas.

People with hands on knowledge of their triumphs and failures can be most beneficial with their snippets.

I do not want to dig and store.....but the giving of Dahlia bouquets during the summer to elderly , I will probably keep digging and storing as long as I am able.

If you come across away to not dig...and keep the tubers reasonably dry over winter in the ground --PLEASE-- come back and post.