Also known as Skeleton Flower · 39 gardener saves
Diphylleia: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Diphylleia, the genus most gardeners know as skeleton flower. We track 1 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 1 most-saved Diphylleia varieties
Of 1 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
Diphylleia questions
How many types of Diphylleia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Diphylleia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 39 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Diphylleia grow in?
Across its varieties, Diphylleia covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Diphylleia bloom?
Most Diphylleia varieties bloom in early spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Diphylleia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

