Cool Cactus

Cacti and succulents are captivating and resilient plants, as they come in so many different sizes, shapes and colors. It’s no wonder why they’ve surged in popularity. Phillipe Chadwick brings us a showcase of cool specimens. from the small flowering kind, to some that weigh a hundred pounds. We’ll get insight into the necessary soil media and lighting to make these plants thrive.

Post author By NPT Editorial
Post date August 20, 2026

Plants Featured in this Clip

Euphorbia Lactea variegata 'White Ghost Cactus'
Jatropha podagriea (Buddha Belly plant, Gout plant)
Euphorbia milii (Crown-of-thorns)
Echinopsis subdenudata (Domino cactus, Easter Lily cactus)

Gardener Extras

Echiveria (Hen and Chicks) are well suited to bright dry conditions and do fine with periods of neglect.
Native to South Africa, gasteria (Gasteria spp) is a genus of relatively rare, aloe-like succulents.
Monocarpic plants flower and produce seeds only once in their lifetime. The plant's resources are then depleted, and the plant dies.
Carnegiea gigantea (Saguaro cactus) can reach 40-60' tall and have a relatively long lifespan of 150 years. It is native to the Sonora desert, specifically parts of Arizona, California and Sonora, Mexico.
Furcraea foetida (false agave) is a member of the Nolina family.
It is essential to water cacti from the bottom to prevent discoloration and unattractive stains.

Phillipe Chadwick

Phillipe Chadwick received a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Mississippi State University in 2006. He has worked as a Landscape Architect and managed civic designs for the city of Franklin, TN. He also designed and installed annual and perennial gardens at Cheekwood Botanical Gardens. He currently owns his own landscape maintenance and floral design company.