Dutch Pearl Formal Decorative Dahlia

Dutch Pearl Formal Decorative Dahlia 

Imagine soft apricot‑pink petals glowing at sunrise, with just a whisper of mauve in the center, unfolding in a delicately layered blossom that feels both romantic and refined. Dutch Pearl brings just that—flowers that seem to blush in the daylight, offering a warm, luminous presence in the garden or vase. With elegant waterlily/decorative style blooms about 5″ across, this variety makes a graceful yet vivid statement, balancing subtlety and showiness in perfect harmony.

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Details

• Form: Formal Decorative / Waterlily style 

• Bloom Size: BB (4‑6″), typically ~5″ 

• Plant Height: Approximately Medium to Tall, about 36–48″ (≈4 ft) 

• Stem Strength: Strong (good cut‑flower quality; stems hold up well) 

• Unicorn Status: Uncommon / special favorite among collectors (not ultra‑rare, but distinguished) — many growers list it as a “must‑have.” 

• Primary Color: Peach‑Salmon Pink / Apricot Pink 

• Secondary Color: Mauve / subtle purple tones in the center or shimmer under certain light 

• Plant ID: 

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 A Bit of History

Dutch Pearl is celebrated among decorative and waterlily‑type dahlias for its warm, soft coloration and reliable performance. The Royal Horticultural Society describes it as a “small, warm apricot‑pink decorative form” with a “hint of purple shimmer” in bloom centers. Growers note it blooms from midsummer through first frost, offering long‑lasting color in garden beds and cut‑flower arrangements. Because its colors are more muted and elegant, rather than vivid primary hues, it occupies a special niche for gardeners seeking sophistication and subtle contrast.

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Ideal For

• Soothing, harmonious cottage or informal borders

• Cut flower gardens — its blooms look great in arrangements, bringing warmth and soft color

• Garden beds where medium‑height plants are needed (e.g. behind shorter annuals or in mass plantings)

• Floral designs / bouquets with pastel or autumn tones

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Pairs Well With

‘Jowey Winnie’ or other bright yellow/gold dahlias for warm contrast

‘Cafe au Lait’ for soft neutrals to accompany Dutch Pearl’s apricot‑pink tones

Silver foliage plants (such as Dusty Miller or Artemisia) to enhance the peach‑pink and mauve shades with cooling contrast