Echeveria 'Afterglow'

Scientific Name

Echeveria 'Afterglow'

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria

Origin

Echeveria 'Afterglow' is a hybrid created by Don Worth, an avid succulent grower and professional photographer in the San Francisco Bay Area in Northern California, United States. It results from a cross between Echeveria cante and Echeveria shaviana and is a sister seedling to Echeveria 'Morning Light' and Echeveria 'Morning Star'.

Description

Echeveria 'Afterglow' is a beautiful succulent that forms large rosettes of hot pink-edged leaves that emerge grey-green and flush pink and purple when exposed to bright sunlight. The rosettes grow on a short, stout stem and reach a diameter of 16 inches (40 cm). They can produce a few offsets from their short stems as they mature. The leaves are fleshy, spoon-shaped, flexible, with a slight wave, and covered with a delicate waxy bloom that rubs off when touched.

During the summer months, the rosettes produce branched stalks with bell-shaped, coral-colored flowers that open in slow succession for a long-lasting display.

How to Grow and Care for Echeveria 'Afterglow'

Light: Echeveria 'Afterglow' requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. Therefore, place it near the brightest window in your home. In addition, if you are moving the plant outside in spring, do it gradually and avoid exposure to intense afternoon sun.

Soil: Having soil that drains quickly is most important for growing a healthy succulent. While many growers prefer to create their own soil mix, commercial soil for succulents will work fine.

Temperature: High temperatures are not a problem as long as there is plenty of fresh air, but Echeveria 'Afterglow' is a tender succulent and must be brought indoors if there is a risk of freezing temperatures. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9b to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 25 to 50 °F (-3.9 to 10 °C).

Watering: The "soak and dry" method is the preferred schedule for this plant during the growing season. Water deeply and then let the soil completely dry out before watering again. Water sparingly during the winter, only enough to keep the plant from shriveling. Above all, if you have a saucer under the pot, do not forget to empty the excess water.

Fertilizing: Although it can grow well without fertilizer, the plant may benefit from extra nutrients. Feed only during the growing season and use a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength.

Repotting: If growing it in a container, repot as needed in spring or early summer, but ensure the soil is dry before you start. Also, always use a container with drainage holes.

Propagation: Echeveria 'Afterglow' can be propagated by leaves, offsets, and stem cuttings. The best time to take cuttings and separate offsets is in the spring.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.

Toxicity of Echeveria 'Afterglow'

Echeveria 'Afterglow' has no reported toxic effects and is safe for growing around children and pets.

Hybrids of Echeveria 'Afterglow'

Echeveria 'Hera'

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