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Afterglow Echeveria - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2055790
UPC:
014949314821
$17.99
- Glowing, powdery lavender‑pink rosettes that bring instant color to low‑water containers and landscapes.
- Clump-forming and architectural—rosettes reach about 1–2 ft. tall and wide.
- Orange‑red summer blooms add a bold pop of color and pollinator appeal.
- Heat-loving and drought tolerant once established; easy to grow indoors in bright light.
Afterglow Echeveria (Echeveria ‘Afterglow’) is a show-stopping succulent that looks like it’s been dusted with pastel makeup—large rosettes of powdery, lavender‑pink foliage nearly glow in the sun. It’s an ideal accent for waterwise gardens and modern container designs, forming a handsome clump that reaches about 1 to 2 feet tall and wide. In summer, orange‑red flowers rise from beneath the lower leaves (or sometimes from a terminal stem), adding extra seasonal color and attracting pollinators. Plant it in lean, well-drained soil, water only after the soil dries, and enjoy a tough, heat‑loving succulent that’s equally happy in a patio pot or as a bright, indoor statement plant.
Product Overview
- Botanical name: Echeveria ‘Afterglow’
- Common name: Afterglow Echeveria
- Plant type: Frost-tender evergreen succulent
- Best uses: Containers, low-water landscapes, bright indoor spaces
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature size: 1–2 ft. tall and wide
Key Features
- Big, pastel rosettes with a powdery lavender‑pink glow.
- Excellent drought tolerance once established and a great choice for waterwise designs.
- Showy orange‑red summer flowers for extra seasonal color.
- Easy to grow in containers and adaptable as a bright-light houseplant.
Size & Growth Habit
- Size: Clump-forming rosettes reach about 1–2 ft. tall and wide
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Form: Architectural rosettes that build into a handsome clump over time
Give it a bit of space in pots or beds—its rosettes are large and make the biggest impact when they can be seen clearly.
Foliage Color & Texture
- Foliage color: Multicolored, powdery lavender‑pink tones
- Look: Soft, glowing rosettes with a refined, modern feel
- Design tip: Pair with blues, silvers, and deep burgundy plants for high contrast
Flowers & Bloom Season
- Bloom time: Summer
- Flower color: Orange (often orange‑red)
- Flower placement: May emerge from below lower leaves or from a terminal stem
- Flower traits: Showy flowers
Light Requirements
- Outdoors: Full sun to partial sun
- Hot-climate tip: Provide protection from intense afternoon sun in the hottest regions
- Indoors: Bright light is essential for best color and compact growth
Watering
- Routine: Allow soil to dry between waterings
- First season: Water regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought
- Tip: Avoid soggy soil—consistent drainage prevents root issues
Soil & Planting Tips
Afterglow Echeveria performs best in lean, porous, well-drained soil and even thrives in rocky, unimproved soils.
- Use a cactus/succulent mix or add grit/pumice to improve drainage.
- Choose containers with drainage holes—no exceptions for succulents.
- In-ground, plant on a slight mound or slope if your soil is heavy.
Feeding & Easy Care
- Fertilizer: Fertilize sparingly
- Maintenance: Minimal—remove spent flower stems and any damaged lower leaves
- Best practice: Prioritize light + drainage over frequent feeding
This is a low-fuss plant—excellent drainage and bright light do most of the work.
Indoor Growing (Houseplant Tips)
- Light: Bright light near a sunny window
- Watering: Let potting mix dry between waterings
- Pot choice: Use a container with drainage to avoid wet roots
- Placement tip: Rotate the pot occasionally for even growth
Where to Use It
- Landscape uses: Border, container, houseplant
- Great for: Low-water gardens, modern planters, patio bowls, succulent mixes
- Style tip: Use as a focal rosette in a “thriller” position in container designs
Wildlife & Resistance
- Attracts: Pollinators and hummingbirds
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Drought tolerant: Yes (once established)
- Pet note: Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs
Companion Plant Ideas
Mix Afterglow with other bold, drought-tough plants for a cohesive low-water look:
- Agave
- Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum)
- Sedum
- Red Yucca (Hesperaloe)
- Kalanchoe
- Glowing, powdery lavender‑pink rosettes that bring instant color to low‑water containers and landscapes.
- Clump-forming and architectural—rosettes reach about 1–2 ft. tall and wide.
- Orange‑red summer blooms add a bold pop of color and pollinator appeal.
- Heat-loving and drought tolerant once established; easy to grow indoors in bright light.
Afterglow Echeveria (Echeveria ‘Afterglow’) is a show-stopping succulent that looks like it’s been dusted with pastel makeup—large rosettes of powdery, lavender‑pink foliage nearly glow in the sun. It’s an ideal accent for waterwise gardens and modern container designs, forming a handsome clump that reaches about 1 to 2 feet tall and wide. In summer, orange‑red flowers rise from beneath the lower leaves (or sometimes from a terminal stem), adding extra seasonal color and attracting pollinators. Plant it in lean, well-drained soil, water only after the soil dries, and enjoy a tough, heat‑loving succulent that’s equally happy in a patio pot or as a bright, indoor statement plant.
Product Overview
- Botanical name: Echeveria ‘Afterglow’
- Common name: Afterglow Echeveria
- Plant type: Frost-tender evergreen succulent
- Best uses: Containers, low-water landscapes, bright indoor spaces
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature size: 1–2 ft. tall and wide
Key Features
- Big, pastel rosettes with a powdery lavender‑pink glow.
- Excellent drought tolerance once established and a great choice for waterwise designs.
- Showy orange‑red summer flowers for extra seasonal color.
- Easy to grow in containers and adaptable as a bright-light houseplant.
Size & Growth Habit
- Size: Clump-forming rosettes reach about 1–2 ft. tall and wide
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Form: Architectural rosettes that build into a handsome clump over time
Give it a bit of space in pots or beds—its rosettes are large and make the biggest impact when they can be seen clearly.
Foliage Color & Texture
- Foliage color: Multicolored, powdery lavender‑pink tones
- Look: Soft, glowing rosettes with a refined, modern feel
- Design tip: Pair with blues, silvers, and deep burgundy plants for high contrast
Flowers & Bloom Season
- Bloom time: Summer
- Flower color: Orange (often orange‑red)
- Flower placement: May emerge from below lower leaves or from a terminal stem
- Flower traits: Showy flowers
Light Requirements
- Outdoors: Full sun to partial sun
- Hot-climate tip: Provide protection from intense afternoon sun in the hottest regions
- Indoors: Bright light is essential for best color and compact growth
Watering
- Routine: Allow soil to dry between waterings
- First season: Water regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought
- Tip: Avoid soggy soil—consistent drainage prevents root issues
Soil & Planting Tips
Afterglow Echeveria performs best in lean, porous, well-drained soil and even thrives in rocky, unimproved soils.
- Use a cactus/succulent mix or add grit/pumice to improve drainage.
- Choose containers with drainage holes—no exceptions for succulents.
- In-ground, plant on a slight mound or slope if your soil is heavy.
Feeding & Easy Care
- Fertilizer: Fertilize sparingly
- Maintenance: Minimal—remove spent flower stems and any damaged lower leaves
- Best practice: Prioritize light + drainage over frequent feeding
This is a low-fuss plant—excellent drainage and bright light do most of the work.
Indoor Growing (Houseplant Tips)
- Light: Bright light near a sunny window
- Watering: Let potting mix dry between waterings
- Pot choice: Use a container with drainage to avoid wet roots
- Placement tip: Rotate the pot occasionally for even growth
Where to Use It
- Landscape uses: Border, container, houseplant
- Great for: Low-water gardens, modern planters, patio bowls, succulent mixes
- Style tip: Use as a focal rosette in a “thriller” position in container designs
Wildlife & Resistance
- Attracts: Pollinators and hummingbirds
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Drought tolerant: Yes (once established)
- Pet note: Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs
Companion Plant Ideas
Mix Afterglow with other bold, drought-tough plants for a cohesive low-water look:
- Agave
- Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum)
- Sedum
- Red Yucca (Hesperaloe)
- Kalanchoe
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