‘Afterglow’ produces large rosettes reaching 68 inches across in powdery shades of lavender-pink and soft purple, with leaves edged in vivid rosy-pink. The broad, spoon-shaped leaves are coated in a farina, a natural powdery bloom that gives it a pastel shimmer. Mature plants cluster over time as offsets develop around the base.
It sends up arching pink coral flower stalks in spring and summer, bearing small, lantern-shaped blooms that attract hummingbirds and pollinators. A cool nighttime temperature drop of 1015F in late winter encourages flowering.
Move it outdoors for summer to a bright, sheltered spot; it loves extra light and fresh air. Protect it from heavy rain, which can damage the powdery farina on the leaves. ‘Afterglow’ is pet-friendly, non-toxic to cats and dogs. You can leave it up to ten days without water. Propagate it easily from leaf cuttings or separated offsets by allowing cut ends to callus for a day or two before placing in dry succulent soil.
Water it deeply every 1014 days in summer and reduce to once a month in winter, letting soil dry completely between waterings.
‘Afterglow’ grows best in a well-draining succulent and cactus mix blended with perlite or coarse sand.
It prefers temperatures between 6580F and should be brought indoors before temperatures drop below 40F.
‘Afterglow’ is a moderate grower that benefits from light balanced fertilizer applied once in spring and once in summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 911, tolerating brief dips to around 25F but growing best in frost-free winters. It grows outdoors year-round in California, Texas, Arizona, Florida, Hawaii, Nevada, Louisiana, Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama, as well as along the Oregon and Washington coasts. Gardeners in North Carolina, Tennessee, Arkansas, New Mexico, and other regions can grow it successfully in containers moved indoors for winter.
Q: How often should I water Echeveria Afterglow?
A: During the growing season, allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. In winter, water less frequently to prevent root rot.
Q: Is it pet-safe?
A: Echeveria Afterglow is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.
Q: What light does ‘Afterglow’ need to thrive?
A: A south or east-facing window with bright indirect light works well. Rotate it regularly for even, symmetrical rosette growth.
Q: How big does it get?
A: ‘Afterglow’ typically reaches 68 inches in rosette diameter at maturity and spreads as offsets cluster around the base.
Q: Can ‘Afterglow’ handle outdoor summer growing?
A: Shield it from heavy rain to protect the powdery leaf coating when growing outdoors in summer.
Q: How do I propagate it?
A: Separate leaf cuttings or offsets from the mother plant, allow cut ends to callus for a day or two, then place in dry succulent mix.
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