If you’re a houseplant collector, you’re undoubtedly familiar with the trendiest plants under the sun these days—but what about the unusual ones that no one really knows about? There’s nothing more satisfying than finding a really neat, out-there specimen for your collection—it’s almost like discovering buried treasure! These houseplants are perfect for expressing your unique personality throughout your home.
Also known as ‘air plants,’ these quirky houseplants are known for their unusual shapes, interesting colours, and ability to grow happily without a soil medium. They’re also available in an astounding range of varieties, in fun shades like lilac or raspberry. You’ll even find some with an adorably fuzzy texture!
While most of us know what a bonsai garden is, it’s not every day that you encounter one in person. Frankly, these quirky houseplants are terribly underrated—the combination of living wood and greenery is a gorgeous statement, especially when paired with some of the minimalist and mid-century modern decor styles of today. Even more unusual is the shrub form of the Ming Aralia.
Both beautiful and colourful tropical vines, Bougainvilleas and Mandevillas, make exceptional additions to both your indoor decor and your summer patio. While they differ in flower and foliage shapes, these climbing plants are loaded with bright, bold flowers that are sure to brighten your mood this season.
The adorable Moon Cactus always looks like it’s dressed for a party! Actually a combination of two cacti grafted together, the unusual colour contrast between the green rootstock and neon-bright top makes for a quirky but oh-so-fun addition to your houseplant collection.
This easy-to-love semi-succulent trailing vine sets itself apart with its assortment of foliage colours on each plant. The Variegated Hoya’s leaves may be any combination of white, green, pink, and maroon with an eye-catching glossy sheen.
While the appearance of the Jasmine plant may not strike you as particularly quirky, one unusual feature we love is its fragrance—it’s one of the most delightful-smelling houseplants around! In addition to its gorgeous perfume, the white flowers are a joy to have around. Enjoy this mood-lifting plant indoors or outdoors in the summer and move it inside when the weather cools down.
If you’re big into bright decor, this superb succulent is for you! Loaded with candy-coloured flowers and unusual, scallop-edged foliage, you’d never believe this sweet, quirky houseplant is also very low-maintenance. Kalanchoe is awesome for adding a whole lot of cheer to a dining table, side table, or desk.
If you’re more fond of bold texture than bright colours, it doesn’t get any bolder than the pom-pom-shaped Madagascar Dragon Tree. This super-low-maintenance houseplant is known for its quirky combination of a slim, braided trunk and explosion of green foliage with red-to-maroon margins. It’s also available in a shorter form with just a spray of foliage and no trunk.
If you’ve never seen the unusual flowers of the Passion Flower Vine, you might mistake this quirky houseplant as some kind of alien life form! The purple flowers don’t look like anything you’ve ever seen before, which makes them both captivating and beautiful in their uniqueness. This is definitely perfect for someone who truly embraces all things weird and wonderful!
The funky arrow-shaped foliage of this quirky houseplant is a sight to behold and will incite envy to guests who notice it. Be prepared for a lot of questions like “what is that?!” and “where can I get one?” every time the plant encounters someone new. Over time, Burle Marx will grow to be larger and even more stately, but even as a young plant, it’s an absolute stunner.
A truly head-turning houseplant, Triostar Stromanthe, may remind you of something you’d never associate with plants—Aquafresh toothpaste! Yes, the slim foliage with bright stripes of white, red, and green are somewhat reminiscent of those tri-coloured swirls, except this plant will freshen up your decor scheme, not your mouth.
If none of these are quite quirky enough for you, don’t you worry—there are plenty more options waiting for you at our Guelph garden centre! Plan your visit today, or explore our online shop to find the perfect houseplants to stand out in your home.
