Daisy Duke Ball Dahlia

Daisy Duke Ball Dahlia 

Bright, charming, and full of personality — Daisy Duke brings a splash of coral‑peach and warm pink to your garden, with blooms that glow like sunset. Its neat, ball‑shaped flowers open in a perfect sphere of petals, transitioning through coral, salmon, and hints of magenta toward a softly colored center that draws the eye. Compact yet prolific, this dahlia offers a long season of dazzling color, whether in the garden bed or in a vase.

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Details

• Form: Ball (fully double, perfectly rounded) 

• Bloom Size: Medium, approx. 4‑5 inches (BB class / Small over 4‑6″) 

• Plant Height: Medium, around 3‑4 feet (≈ 36‑48″) 

• Stem Strength: Strong, upright stems good for cutting 

• Unicorn Status: Common 

• Primary Color: Warm coral‑peach / salmon / coral‑pink tones 

• Secondary Color: Apricot / blush undertones, and often a subtle magenta / raspberry center 

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A Bit of History

‘Daisy Duke’ is a relatively newer decorative/ball variety (introduced around 2015) bred by Van Dongen (Netherlands) according to some sources. It has quickly won favor among gardeners for its compact habit, glowing warm color transitions, and its ability to resist heat stress without losing its pigment. Its dark stems and foliage help set the flowers off beautifully. As with many dahlias, shaping via pinch‑back and staking early improves flowering performance and stem length. 

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Ideal For

• Garden borders and mixed beds where medium height and warm color give impact without overwhelming surrounding plants

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements — strong stems & good vase life

• Containers or patio planters where its compact habit keeps it tidy but showy

• Wedding or event designs needing coral‑pink tones or transitions for soft, romantic bouquets

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Pairs Well With

Dahlia ‘Cafe au Lait’ or other creamy neutrals — soft contrast so Daisy Duke’s warmth really shines

Dark foliaged plants (e.g. dark leaved coleus or heuchera) — to accentuate the glow of its warm tones

Blue or lavender‑toned companion plants (like Salvia, Lavender, or Nepeta) — color contrast that pops visually