Westerton Pearl is the perfect “string of pearls” dahlia—exquisitely formed ball blooms in soft shell‑pink that stay tidy, full, and endlessly elegant. Flowers range from petite to mid-size, opening a gentle dusk pink with a warm, golden cast that softens beautifully as they age, and the plants are famously loaded with long, straight stems made for cutting.
Height: About 4 feet
Bloom size: Mini/small ball, roughly 3–4 inches (often listed under 3.5" but can push larger)
Form: Ball; tightly packed, perfectly rounded blooms with a very high petal count
Color: Soft shell‑pink to dusk pink with a subtle golden undertone, deepening slightly toward season’s end
Vigor: Extremely floriferous; plants are often covered in blooms from midseason to frost
Stem strength: Long, strong stems with excellent bloom attachment—ideal for cutting and bunching
Special notes: Introduced in 2020 by UK breeder Gordon Hodgson; already a go‑to exhibition and florist variety thanks to its form, productivity, and universally flattering color
Why you need this variety:
Westerton Pearl is the ultimate refined pink ball—prolific, perfectly shaped, and unbelievably flattering in every arrangement. If you love dependable, high-end blush tones with premium form, this is a cornerstone dahlia for your collection.
Westerton Pearl is the perfect “string of pearls” dahlia—exquisitely formed ball blooms in soft shell‑pink that stay tidy, full, and endlessly elegant. Flowers range from petite to mid-size, opening a gentle dusk pink with a warm, golden cast that softens beautifully as they age, and the plants are famously loaded with long, straight stems made for cutting.
Height: About 4 feet
Bloom size: Mini/small ball, roughly 3–4 inches (often listed under 3.5" but can push larger)
Form: Ball; tightly packed, perfectly rounded blooms with a very high petal count
Color: Soft shell‑pink to dusk pink with a subtle golden undertone, deepening slightly toward season’s end
Vigor: Extremely floriferous; plants are often covered in blooms from midseason to frost
Stem strength: Long, strong stems with excellent bloom attachment—ideal for cutting and bunching
Special notes: Introduced in 2020 by UK breeder Gordon Hodgson; already a go‑to exhibition and florist variety thanks to its form, productivity, and universally flattering color
Why you need this variety:
Westerton Pearl is the ultimate refined pink ball—prolific, perfectly shaped, and unbelievably flattering in every arrangement. If you love dependable, high-end blush tones with premium form, this is a cornerstone dahlia for your collection.
