Fancy Face Rubber Ducky (Gossard-Douglas-T., 2025) 1Fan

The Hemerocallis cultivar,’Fancy Face Rubber Ducky’ identified as seedling number 504-22 showcases distinctive ornamental traits and robust horticultural performance, positioning it as a notable addition to daylily breeding programs. This tetraploid cultivar exhibits large, canary yellow flowers ranging from 6.75 to 7.75 inches in diameter, characterized by their vibrant color and unique morphological features. The petals are adorned with a dynamic toothy edge, including fangs, claws, tentacles, and hooks, which add a dramatic texture and visual interest to the blooms. A subtle green throat at the center of each flower enhances the contrast and depth of the floral display. Fancy Face Rubber Ducky reaches a height of 32 inches and blooms in the mid to late season, featuring evergreen foliage that supports extended morning opening (emo) and fragrance (fr) attributes, adding sensory appeal to its ornamental value. The plant demonstrates robust 3-5 way branching and supports a high bud count of 18-32, ensuring a prolific and sustained blooming period. Fancy Face Rubber Ducky is fertile both ways, enhancing its utility for use in hybridization programs aimed at developing new varieties with unique aesthetic attributes and strong garden performance. It is a reliable rebloomer and has demonstrated very good resistance to rust, leaf streak, and insect damage, affirming its resilience and adaptability across diverse environmental conditions. Suitable for cultivation in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 5-10, this daylily combines striking ornamental qualities with significant agronomic performance, making it a valuable asset for both commercial and private gardens, as well as in breeding programs focused on ornamental innovation and sustainability.