Pink Robin Hood Ball Dahlia

Pink Robin Hood is a charming, classic ball dahlia with perfectly rounded blooms in a rich, cheerful pink. Its tightly packed petals create the tidy, geometric form that makes ball dahlias so irresistible, while subtle strawberry and fuchsia tones can add extra dimension as the flowers mature. With its reliable garden performance and beautiful stems, Pink Robin Hood is a wonderful choice for gardeners who want abundant, highly usable blooms throughout the season.

Details

• Form: Ball (BA)
• Bloom Size: BA — approximately 4 inches
• Plant Height: Medium — approximately 42 inches
• Stem Strength: Strong
• Unicorn Status: Rare
• Primary Color: Dark Pink
• Secondary Color: Strawberry pink with occasional fuchsia undertones
• Plant ID: 1298

A Bit of History

Pink Robin Hood was introduced in 1992 and is classified by the American Dahlia Society in the Ball, Dark Pink category. Associated with breeder Dave Stephenson, this variety has become a favorite among dahlia growers for its classic ball form, vibrant coloring, and dependable garden performance. Its perfectly rounded blooms are especially appealing for bouquet work, where the structured flowers add shape and contrast to looser, more romantic blooms.

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and flower farms
• Everyday bouquets and market bunches
• Cottage-garden borders
• Wedding and event florals

Pairs Well With

Café au Lait — Creamy peach and blush tones beautifully soften Pink Robin Hood's richer pink blooms.

Robin Hood — A natural companion for creating a playful palette of pink, coral, and warm tones.

White or blush yarrow — Airy flower heads add texture and create a romantic contrast against the perfectly rounded ball blooms.

Pink Robin Hood is one of those dahlias that earns its place in the garden through sheer charm. Its classic ball form, beautiful pink coloring, and strong stems make it both a standout garden flower and an excellent choice for cutting.