Echeveria Purple Afterglow

Echeveria ‘Purple Afterglow’ – Radiant Rosette Succulent with Vivid Purple Edges

Echeveria ‘Purple Afterglow’ is a truly striking succulent, admired for its luminous rosettes of fleshy leaves that shift from soft, silvery green at the center to rich, glowing purple along the edges. This natural gradient creates a captivating “afterglow” effect, making it a standout feature in containers, rock gardens, and mixed succulent arrangements. In spring and summer, it sends up tall stalks adorned with pink to coral, bell-shaped flowers—adding yet another layer of charm.

✨ Features

Foliage:
Thick, pointed leaves with a smooth transition from silvery green to deep violet-purple tips.

Growth Habit:
Forms generous compact rosettes and slowly produces offsets, creating fuller clusters over time.

Flowering:
Tall, elegant stems topped with pink to coral bell-shaped blooms during spring and summer.

Size:
Reaches 8–12 cm in height and spreads 15–20 cm wide.

Hardiness:
Highly drought-tolerant; thrives in mild, frost-free regions or indoors in cooler climates.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun—more sun enhances purple tones.

• Soil: Use well-draining succulent or cactus soil.

• Watering: Follow the soak-and-dry method; water thoroughly, then let soil dry completely. Reduce watering in winter.

• Fertilizer: Feed lightly during spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer.

• Temperature: Protect from frost; ideal for warm, dry climates or indoor cultivation.

• Maintenance: Remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks to keep the rosette tidy.

The first four photos serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

Due to high demand, this item is limited to one per customer.

Please note  — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.
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