Daylily Venus Flytrap

Daylily ‘Venus Flytrap’

Daylily ‘Venus Flytrap’ is an award-winning tetraploid introduction by Gossard from 2007, celebrated for its bold burgundy coloration, dramatic white toothy edging, and dependable rebloom. This cultivar delivers striking contrast and strong garden performance, making it a favorite among collectors and landscape designers alike.

The 6-inch blooms open in rich burgundy-maroon red tones, creating a saturated backdrop for crisp white teeth that line the petal edges. The sharp contrast between the deep petals and bright edging gives the bloom a commanding presence. The flowers are fragrant, adding an inviting sensory element to their visual impact.

Plants reach approximately 32 inches tall and feature dormant foliage, making them well suited for colder climates. Blooming mid to mid-late season with reliable rebloom, ‘Venus Flytrap’ produces around 18 buds on 4 branches, ensuring a steady and attractive floral display.

This outstanding cultivar received the Honorable Mention (HM) Award in 2011, recognizing its exceptional quality and garden performance.

A bold and fragrant daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing toothy edges, saturated reds, and award-winning genetics.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Venus Flytrap’
Hybridizer: Gossard
Introduction Year: 2007
Plant Height: Approximately 32 inches (81 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6 inches (15 cm)
Bloom Season: Mid to Mid-Late
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Dormant
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Fragrance: Fragrant
Branching: 4 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 18 buds
Flower Color: Burgundy-maroon red
Edge Detail: White teeth
Parentage: ((Order or Chaos × Shinto Etching) × (Forestlake Ragamuffin × Heavenly Beginnings))
Awards: Honorable Mention (HM), 2011
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections