Safari Blues (Gossard, 2025) 1Fan

The Hemerocallis daylily cultivar,’Safari Blues’ designated as Seedling J-100 is a diploid daylily cultivar characterized by its lavender-rose blooms, accented by a complex multi-tonal eye zone featuring shades of blue, lavender-blue, and magenta. A vibrant green throat provides a striking contrast, enhancing the depth and visual appeal of the bloom. The flowers measure 4.25 inches in diameter and are supported by 29-inch scapes with 3–4-way branching, yielding a bud count of 18–24. This midseason bloomer exhibits a dormant growth habit, extended morning opening (emo), and a notable fragrance, further adding to its ornamental value. Additionally, it is a reliable rebloomer and is fertile both ways, making it an excellent candidate for breeding programs focused on intricate eye patterning and refined color transitions.
Safari Blues demonstrates excellent rust resistance, ensuring adaptability and strong performance across diverse growing conditions. Well-suited for USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4–10, this cultivar combines distinctive color patterning, prolific blooming, and disease resistance, making it a valuable addition to ornamental horticulture and daylily hybridization programs.