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Echeveria Afterglow

Echeveria Afterglow

Afterglow Echeveria

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Echeveria ‘Afterglow’ is a stunning large-growing succulent prized for its oversized powdery lavender-pink leaves and glowing coral margins. Forming a dramatic symmetrical rosette, this architectural succulent can reach up to 50cm wide, making it a standout feature in pots, rock gardens, modern landscapes and dry gardens.

During warmer months, tall flower spikes emerge carrying vibrant orange-red blooms that attract bees and other pollinators. Its soft pastel colouring intensifies in full sun, especially during cooler weather, creating a striking year-round display.

Originally bred in California by renowned succulent hybridiser Don Worth, ‘Afterglow’ is considered one of the most iconic ornamental echeverias due to its impressive size, colour and resilience. Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in sunny positions with excellent drainage and is perfect for contemporary New Zealand gardens.

  • Expected 5 Year Height 0.3 M Width 0.3 M

Is Echeveria Afterglow suitable for my garden?

Echeveria Afterglow is best suited in a position that gets

  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

Echeveria Afterglow is

  • Flowering
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Drought resistant
  • Coastal Friendly
  • Perennial
  • Frost Tender
  • Evergreen

Echeveria Afterglow will thrive in soil that is

  • Sandy
  • Free draining
  • Normal

How to establish your Echeveria Afterglow?

Position

Plant in full sun to partial shade in a warm sheltered spot. Full sun encourages the best colouring and compact growth.

Soil

Requires very free-draining soil. Ideal for rock gardens, raised beds, gravel gardens and containers. Avoid heavy wet soils.

Watering

Water regularly while establishing, allowing soil to dry between watering. Once established, this succulent is highly drought tolerant and prefers drier conditions.

Feeding

Apply a light succulent or cactus fertiliser during spring and summer to encourage healthy growth and vibrant colouring.

Spacing

Allow approximately 40–50cm between plants to accommodate the large mature rosette size.

How to maintain your Echeveria Afterglow once established?

Remove spent flower stems and any damaged lower leaves as needed to keep the plant tidy. Protect from prolonged frost and excessive winter wet, particularly in colder regions. Container-grown plants can be moved under shelter during severe winter conditions.

Avoid overwatering, especially in winter, as excess moisture may cause root rot. Repot every few years if growing in containers to refresh soil and maintain plant vigour.
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