This Cactus is NOT Nursery-Grown?! | Repot a Desert Cactus |

[@jillianleblanc9370]

Good morning to you vary nice cactus plants thank you for sharing beautiful and amazing cactus lovely

[@ellietobe]

That is really a beauty. It is very ornamental. Worth the buy. You just have to splurge on some things.

[@sanguinesadventures9361]

You absolutely scored! That's a beautiful specimen. You're very lucky to have access to non-poached, wild grown cacti! Thanks for the wonderful video.

[@aurora7734]

That's a gorgeous cactus

[@CactusCaffeine]

It is! 🥰

[@amiraliz1557]

خیلی قشنگه جالب بود وعالی 😍💖💖

[@cactusandfriends_by_vane]

OMG 🤩👏👏👏! What a specimen 🏆👌💯💕! I'm happy to know that desert government protects their flora. Looks pretty in that pot and the lava rock makes it even better 😍. I have a problem now... I need one😅!...but in my terrace (I find it dangerous for my tiny patio 😁)🙈.

[@juaniskay03]

Wow that cactus looks ferocious but beautiful 🌵

[@morrisparkintheozarks6831]

I remember these collected plants from when I lived in Tucson. When road work went through, or as you say construction. These plants were collected and state tagged. Be careful!! These guys are extra tender!!! That is a beautiful acanthodes!!! I remember them well from the Mojave desert. Didn't know the species name had changed. I've heard the new name watching videos and thought it looked like an acanthodes. Enjoy!!! From Morris park in the Ozarks, out to Las Vegas, have a wonderful day!!! Peace,Love,Plants!!!!✌💖🌵🌸🌴🌲🌺🌳🌻🌿🌷🍀🌹😀👍

[@PurpleandThorns]

Worth it ang presyo sis kung ganyan kaganda at kalaki lalo na at galing tlga s natural habitat nya. Huhu sana may ganyan din dto bibili tlga ko gustong gusto ko ng ganyan monster spines at malaking barrel. Super swerte mo sis abot kamay lang mga ganyan klase. Super ganda ng spines. Parang meron akong maliit nyan. Ganda din ng top dressing sis bagay sa cactus at sa pot. Kala ko itatanim mo s ground e.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Eventually baka itanim ko sa ground. As of now, I want it to recover first because it has very little roots. This coming winter, I will also need to cover it in case it rains or snows. Just until it gets established. 🙂 Thanks sis for watching.

[@Emre-K]

You have acquired a beautiful monster, enjoy watching.🙂

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you 😊

[@desertplantsofavalon]

Oh WOWSERS what an absolute STUNNER of a Fero, I absolutely LOVE it so much, those spines and color of the spines are BEAUTIFUL, I really LOVE the big size Cacti, and your new Fero is an AWESOME looking specimen, Oh my GOSH haha, Hans and I are drooling over this new beauty, and its going to absolutely thrive in your backyard with your wonderful sunny warm Climate, you have repotted it so beautifully in the Terracotta bowl, thanks so much for sharing your incredible new big Fero cylindraceous with us Ana, and Hans and I are sending you lots of love and happiness and CAFFEINE and PLANT POWER to Las Vegas for a super Sunday ahead XXXX

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you, Lyn. I am so thrilled to have this ferocious fero! 😄 I hope it will like its new home in my backyard and that it does not mind a little TLC from now on. 😉

[@ferdlhofreiter45]

Hi, Thanks for sharing this beauty! What is your soil composition on this? I just got one and would appreciate any hints on your soil mixture. Like how much organic material did you use? Is there any diatomacious earth, fertilizer or something special in there?

[@MrBobbyjones1205]

I hope they still have it when I go there by November 😊

[@graciacarrillo353]

It is beautiful

[@TheSucculentHome]

This is beautiful!!! Wow never saw this before 🤩

[@lourakingsley1831]

I have this cactus also, and I love it , been on my wish list sense the 1970ies .

[@GailHarrell]

I so enjoyed this video! That is a wonderful fire barrel. Many years ago, travelling through the Mojave, I collected one of these from private land. It was much smaller and of course it couldn't survive here in western Washington even with protection. They are such an icon of the mojave I just had to try. They are incredibly beautiful when growing thick on a hillside with the setting sun behind them. Then they truly appear to be on fire! I am in love with your gloves! Those are going on my list to Santa this year. Please keep us updated on this cactus.

[@CactusCaffeine]

You described this cactus very well! Backlit by the sun is when it is best to look at them. 😍 The gloves that I’m using is my favorite. As you can see it is dirty as I use it a lot. It is not 100% proof against spines but it is the one that best deals with them among my gloves. Link to this gloves is in my video description. 🙂

[@GailHarrell]

@@CactusCaffeine Thank you! I'll be using your link to get the gloves. I've used welding gloves but they are a bit too thick and don't protect your arms as much.

[@snoywntr2]

Beautiful cactus! I enjoyed all the information you gave as well!

[@TheSucculentGreenhouse]

What a beautiful cactus!!! I love it! TFS💕

[@boostspike]

Great. I’m obsessed. I need one in my life.

[@CactusCaffeine]

😁🌵🥰

[@FernandaNascimentoOrchids]

What a beautiful cactus!!! The lava rock is just perfect 👌❤️

[@lisaschaefer155]

Beautiful cactus! Beautiful presentation in the selection of the pot and top dressing! Enjoyed the explanation of the yellow desert flora tag.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you. 😊 CHEERS! 🌵☕️

[@lorirober2536]

Amazing repotting video. Interesting to learn how/why they are harvested. I can see why it is your favorite.

[@kimberly7133]

What a beautiful neat looking cactus! I've never seen one like this before tfs ❤

[@Cactimania]

Awesome looking Ferocactus, Ana. Edith has a small one of these in SG. Looks great in that pot with some nice lava rock top dressing 😊 It’s good they save these plants in the areas they’re developing rather than just destroying them 👍🏻 Thank you for sharing with us as always, Ana. Have a wonderful day and weekend from Edith & myself 🌵☀️🌼🌸🌺🏜☕️

[@edithcoliagrandis]

I love your new cactus, Ana! 😍 Such a gorgeous specimen. You had to have 2 cups of coffee for the adrenalin! That one is huuuge! 🤣 Awesome purchase. Looove loooove the red spines! ❤️🌸🌼🌺💚

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you. I must admit I kept seeing those yellow tags here but never bothered to dig deeper as to what it means. Until now. Haha. Because of KZbin. Now I’m on the lookout for more yellow tags. 🏷 😉

[@carmensantiago6711]

Very beautiful cactus and thank you very much for all the helpful information! It is spectacular!👏👍🌵💚👩‍🌾

[@alexandralacerda492]

So awesome cactus😍🤩

[@shec6135]

That’s awesome! Very beautiful! I will be out in Las Vegas Wednesday through Saturday and was wanting to take a hike to see some wild native cactus! Any suggestions??

[@joinmeinthedirt5186]

Wow it’s beautiful.

[@cactussteve7]

That thing looks so wicked awesome!!!😃

[@r.b.7996]

So beautiful 🤩

[@edenenage9314]

Ang ganda po😍🤩

[@walterblanc9708]

I thought my Ferrocactus was big! Very impressive.

[@CactusCaffeine]

This is the biggest one too in my collection. Though I cheated on this one as I did not grow it. 😉

[@beatrizmartinez-fonts1983]

Wonderful I hope he grows nice and healthy! Thank you always for all you teach us!

[@Mari443Garrett1]

Whoa.. that thing is huge. I'm jealous. I wish I can have one.

[@deangomm3423]

Wow ana!! that's such an amazing cactus!! I am also from Nevada, and I think it would be so much fun to have a piece of Nevada desert in my collection. I can't believe how big it is!! it's bigger around than my waist!! I love the top dressing you chose, it really brings out the red. I really enjoy these videos you make, you're so knowledgeable and I love all the research and dedication you put into your hobby. Thank you ana!! Maraming salamat po!! 💖😊

[@succulentsforbeginners]

Wow! Great piece of desert to bring home, especially when it is legally acquired :)

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thanks for stopping by! 😃👍🏼☕️

[@elyrose2000]

just amazing..

[@papatan8112]

Ganda mada😍🌵

[@marleneprescod8494]

I love it Anna its sooo beautiful iam a cactus lover too from Barbados

[@CactusCaffeine]

Cheers from Vegas to Barbados! 😊☕️

[@TheSucculentHome]

It turned out great! I love the top dressing you chose and the terra-cotta pot👍🏽

[@newmanmansell760]

Oh wonderful! That Ferocactus is so popular here in Japan for its' red and thick spines and amazing flowers! I'm glad to see you used some native soil in your mix. I use clay 'Akadama' as my soil mixed with river sand, and a soft soil called 'kanuma'. I use 10% potting mix to add a little nutrients like Nitrogen. I add manure pellets when I repot👌just like you recommend🤲💞It's terrible when native cacti have to be taken from their habitat, but it's nice to see them survive and get a home🌟Thanks for the video. I enjoyed it🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@CactusCaffeine]

Does your manure pellets give off an awful smell? That is the only reason that is stopping me from using them. Between my dog and those manure pellets, my neighbors might complain! 😷😁

[@marleneprescod8494]

Hi thanks Anna I love all your videos I always look out for them and watch as they are the only ones with all cactus info

[@adammohler9928]

That came out beautifully. I have Goldens but nothing wild. 👌

[@imbindiurini8675]

Beautiful cactus Ana! Congratulations on a great purchase. I had never seen it. If you let me, I will take a screenshot to show this wonderful specimen in my group of Italian friends on facebook.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Sure, go ahead. Thanks for asking first.

[@imbindiurini8675]

@@CactusCaffeine Thanks Ana. I have posted some screenshots of your video. My friends have enjoyed it very much. I have also indicated your channel, so I can do some advertising for you in Italy and I hope you will have new followers 😊

[@CactusCaffeine]

Oh, that was so kind of you. Thank you so much. ☺️ Yes, let us spread the passion for these amazing cacti. 🌵🥰

[@mydigicraftscrafts8649]

I love it !!!

[@jaysontabanas4990]

It looks beautiful!

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you! 😊

[@malikaeastonAllahfirstanfamily]

Good morning Anna like your new cactus🌵 fire ball different I would love to have one. Look heavy but healthy I be watching the growth. Pot was perfect for it 😀❤️

[@caterinamel8978]

This is fantastic!

[@paulmcgaw6976]

Nice!! I'm from Melbourne Australia, and a cactus like this would be to at around the $500 US mark. Also our climate can make it hard to grow these wonderful cactus from Mexico and America..... We tend to get up and down weather. I've found that the argintina cactus suites our weird climate more.... I think if need a permanent greenhouse for these

[@JamesEndo1]

What a gorgeous cactus! How do you like the gloves? Does it protect you from spiny dangerous tips? Thanks!

[@CactusCaffeine]

I love this gloves. It doesn’t work for this type of cactus or any that has long spines. But it works with short-spine Mammillarias. 🙂

[@MrBobbyjones1205]

Got one of my ferocactus from cactus joe and they have that yellow tag too 🏷 😊👍

[@CactusCaffeine]

Oh, didn’t know Cactus Joe gets these too. I want an Echinocereus engelmanii or any hedgehog with a yellow tag. 😃

[@MrBobbyjones1205]

@@CactusCaffeine I like that one too 😊 I’ll be in Vegas for a week on thanksgiving .. hope to see you 🙏

[@gilbermamani3040]

It is wild!

[@EmilyTienne]

What a beautiful plant! So sad this cactus had to be removed from its happy home in the desert to make room for “development.”

[@CactusCaffeine]

It is unfortunate. But I am glad that there are agencies in place of that oversee their protection and preservation as well. Instead of being removed irresponsibly, these cacti get a second chance in a new home. 🌵🌵 🏠

[@EmilyTienne]

@@CactusCaffeine Yes, I agree!

[@Pink_Cactus_]

I have these to but mine I grew from seed

[@Matraka2000]

How much did you pay? Nice ferocactus. Usually plants grown in nature do not make it at the end. Make sure to put similar soil where it was originally planted.

[@CactusCove]

So amazing that they actually are making sure they dig up all the protected cactus before they would get destroyed...especially since many are of great age too... so lovely you got to buy and give one a good home, I hope it lives many more years! Cactus are just so magical! Great video Ana! Will you at some time in the future, once the Ferocactus has got settled and grow better roots, transplant it into the ground, seeing as it's a wild grown specimen? just wondering 😊 🌵👍🏻

[@CactusCaffeine]

I wish no cactus will be taken out of their habitat. But I guess as our population grows and cities develop, it is inevitable. I am happy to learn as well that our government does its part to ensure that these cacti are handled properly. It would be a dream to have this in the ground later. I want to see it point where south is in my backyard. 😉

[@CactusCove]

@@CactusCaffeine that would be great to see it point South for you!😄

[@solarwinds-]

Hi Anna, you're so so so lucky to live in the desert. It's my bucket list to live there. Love your new addition to your collection. I agree with rescue cactus and rescue plants. We need to reserve these beauties. There is a real problem with poaching these days. If everyone dug up wild cactus and plants from our national parks, there will be none left for the rest of us to enjoy in the wild. Thank you for sharing your rescue of this little wonder.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Very well said! Thank you so much for such a wonderful comment. 🙂👍🏼

[@ieliutjia3137]

👍👍

[@billgolightly7203]

Great video, Ana. Generally speaking, how large would the root ball be if the plant was still naturally planted? Thanks for the time to share.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Honestly for something of this size and age, I have no idea how big it can get. But usually cacti here in the desert don’t grow deep roots. They spread on the surface to have the most access to the very little rainfall we get.

[@armadillobunny8695]

It's a beautiful cactus and your staging really suits it! How can you tell which way a cactus is facing? Is it if it leans? 🌵

[@YouTube4me]

Ana this cactus is such a beauty I wonder (if I may ask) how much did it cost you right there in the desert? Also... do you have a monkey tail cactus? I have not seen one on your show. Just curious.... Thank you for sharing your passion with us all.

[@maddy_liu]

Wow! I didn’t know that this type of cactus 🌵 is been illegally hunt ! The cacti 🌵 looks so good, my one was bought in the supermarket . Even though it is illegally hunted Ana it still looks cool 😎. Thank you so much for posting this video!

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you for watching. ☺️🌵☕️

[@SimaShangde]

The plant is very impressive, you were really lucky to get a specimen like that, particularly for that price. Do you have an update video of the plant, how is it now? Speaking of the soil, I would rather keep the entire original soil - actually it looks very good and the only thing that I would add is about 10% of organic matter and some coarse sand for better drainage.

[@housemr8266]

Mixing the Soil was a really good Idea. They actually love Clay. Since it lost so much Roots ( i think they cut the big Ones when they dug them up) ,i would transplanted him into a Pot that is a few cm bigger than the Catus itself and really shallow to help the roots getting water and not staying too wet for too long but i think thats just my climate here in Germany. Good Job :)

[@CactusCaffeine]

Thank you. You are correct. I have to be careful with this one when watering it. I used this pot as I don’t want to keep moving it to a bigger pot as it grows. It is heavy as it is now. Hopefully, this can live in this pot for many years before I need to move it again. 😉 Cheers! 🌵☕️

[@housemr8266]

@@CactusCaffeine I believe this Firebarrel found a Home for life ;D and a Pot for life since even though he will outgrow the Pot in prob 10 Years repotting will never be necessary because they like sitting in a ,,tight fit Shoe´´ I wish you the best Flowers next Year :)

[@debjanibhowmick5870]

Is the red soil native to Vegas? Pretty cool.

[@CactusCaffeine]

Yes. Our soil is composed of clay, sand and rocks.

[@lovinghobby9072]

Oh, from that list chilla cactus is everywhere in AZ.

[@ryansabstractart3518]

How did the cactus take to its new pot? I live in LA and I'm going to be driving to Vegas for the first time ever to go to EDC this year in May, I can't wait to drive through the desert and see all the beautiful cacti and high desert landscapes!

[@CactusCaffeine]

It still looks the same right now as I planted it. It is hard to see any growth yet as it is currently winter still. Hopefully, I see a big difference come spring. 😃 When you come to Vegas, check out Ethel M’s cactus garden. 🙂👍🏼

[@ryansabstractart3518]

@@CactusCaffeine thanks for the recommendation I'll do that! Definitely do an update video on this plant! I think it's so cool that your rescued a cactus!

[@TheSucculentHome]

Big like 👍🏽

[@emmitstewart1921]

I just planted a packet of seeds of ferocactus acanthodes along with ferocactus glaucescens on 9-11, when the moon was in Scorpio. They sprouted within a week. Now I know what my plants will look like maybe 15 years from now. I remember back in the sixties when I first started growing cacti, every dime store had a rack of Crosman seeds and one of the varieties they offered was barrel cactus, Ferocactus acanthodes. The picture on the packet wasn't that attractive, so I never bought any. When I found out how attractive they were, I put them on my wish list. PS. Yes I plant by the moon sign. I learned a long time ago that seeds sprout much faster when you plant on the recommended days. Some people say that the water table is much higher at those times. If that is true, why does it work even when you sow your seeds in a pot on the sixth floor of a high rise with no connection to ground water? My personal theory is that since plants are geotropic, they can feel the relative position of the Earth, Sun, and Moon and respond to it. I use Blum's Garden Calendar and I get good results. (I also get a recipe for a delicious meal every month.) If nothing else, it lets me plan and have my equipment and supplies ready ahead of time.

[@CactusCaffeine]

I’ve read about how our ancestors would use early astronomy to time their planting and harvesting. I like how you apply it to cactus seed sowing. It is interesting. Good luck to your seedlings! ☺️🌵🌵🌵

[@ZiggySearchfieldCactus]

It's good that there's a system to protect the wild stock. Recently there has been a whole load of cacti from Mexico that have been made illegal to trade in, not even if they have been grown from your own seed 😮 Would you like me to send you the PDF that lists them all? Some of mine are on the list which means I can't sell any of them 😯

[@CactusCaffeine]

Would love to see that list. Please email it when you get the chance. [e-mail] Why would they ban it if it is seed grown by a grower? 😮

[@ZiggySearchfieldCactus]

@@CactusCaffeine Message sent 🙂 Theory being that the grower shouldn't have the seed in the first place as the plant it came from was taken without a permit 😮

[@dianaarab7569]

I wanna see it (one month later)

[@CactusCaffeine]

I will show it in my future VLOGS 🙂

[@snoywntr2]

Just curious why you didn’t use it as an in ground cactus in one of your gardens. Especially since it’s Native and used to living wild?

[@CactusCaffeine]

Right now, I have no clear space for this in my garden. But I would love to plant it in the ground eventually and “set it free”. But after seeing that it has very little roots, it made me realize it is better for it to be in a pot for now so I can take care of it better.

[@haroldjones9321]

Please include the boanical name. You said what sounds like "compersero" cactus.

[@newmanmansell760]

How is your Ferocactus cylindraceus going? You are keeping it outside in the weather?

[@CactusCaffeine]

Yes, it is outside. The pot is too heavy to move it. So far, it looks fine. Although I don’t see any visible growth, it has not shrunk in size either so I take that as a good sign. I cover it with freeze blanket whenever our temperature goes below freezing.

[@newmanmansell760]

@@CactusCaffeine It hasn't reduced size, so it's fine. I think because it's native to Nevada it'll be happily going through winter

[@angelozicarelli541]

Can this specific cactus withstand snow?

[@CactusCaffeine]

It is cold hardy and can withstand occasional snow when mature. Here in the Mojave desert, it will get snowed on but only for a few hours then the snow melts quickly. 🙂

[@TimosGarden]

if i were to buy a cactus like that here in germany id have to spend at least 400€, you're lucky to get them for that 70$ 😅

[@CactusCaffeine]

😮 Really?! Ok, you just made me feel less guilty spending that much. 😁 Thanks for watching. Cheers! 😊☕️

[@azulgally]

What is this lava rock? I mean, exactly, I've searched this but I never found nothing about. I need to know this specifically because if I wanna buy it, here in Brazil, I have to correctly translate it. For example, it easy to find expanded clay pebbles (even granulated), perlite, coarse sand, charcoal granulated, but I never saw this lava rock ou even the pomes

[@azulgally]

Is this lava rock literally lava solidified? I mean pyroclasts?

[@SimaShangde]

It is called scoria. It's a vesicular basalt, which means it is a foamy form of basalt with a lot of air bubbles. It is formed during volcano eruption, when the gasses are released and basaltic lava came out in a foamy form (just like opening a bottle of a Coke after shaking it vigorously). It is red because of iron oxidation.

[@monikachoma2412]

Jak dla mnie żywcem wyrwane z natury , ferak tej wielkości przy tym stanie korzeni marne szanse na dalsze życie.

[@mikenealon4042]

$70 for a beautiful 5 gallon cactus?? buy a gallon sized variegated monstera alba for $2900

[@CactusCaffeine]

Lol! No thank you. That can buy me a plane ticket to go back home to my country! 😁

[@mikenealon4042]

@@CactusCaffeine that would be amazing... a plant tour please!