Octopus Shenanigans (Gossard, 2025) 1Fan

The Hemerocallis daylily cultivar,’Octopus Shenanigans’ designated as Seedling J-24 is a diploid daylily cultivar characterized by its hot lavender-pink blooms with a small, darker eye zone and a vibrant green throat. The flowers, measuring 7–8 inches in diameter, exhibit an Unusual Form – Crispate type, displaying elegantly twisted and folded petal structures that enhance their unique floral presentation. Blooming occurs in the mid-to-late season on 25-inch scapes with 3–4-way branching, supporting a bud count of 15–22. This cultivar features a dormant growth habit, extended morning opening (emo), and a notable fragrance, adding to its ornamental appeal. With a remarkable double-flower percentage of 99%, it consistently produces full, multi-layered blooms. Additionally, it is a reliable rebloomer and is fertile both ways, making it highly valuable for hybridization programs.
Octopus Shenanigans demonstrates strong resistance to rust, contributing to its resilience and adaptability in diverse growing conditions. Well-suited for USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4–10, this cultivar combines striking coloration, unusual floral form, prolific blooming, and disease resistance, making it a significant addition to ornamental gardening and daylily breeding programs.