Pacific Palisades Plant Shop Has Faced Declining Sales

A longtime local business struggles as customers recover from the impact of the recent Palisades Fire.

Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings

A weathered terracotta succulent planter on a neighborhood sidewalk in front of a coastal shop facade during golden hour. — Country Plants, a 36-year business in Pacific Palisades, faces severe financial strain as the community recovers from the recent Palisades Fire. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Country Plants, a fixture in Pacific Palisades for 36 years, has experienced a sharp decline in customers. The business, located at 101 Chautauqua Boulevard, is currently facing uncertainty as its primary clientele deals with the aftermath of the Palisades Fire.

Why it matters

The shop relies on regular residents of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood who have been forced to relocate or focus their resources on rebuilding their homes. This shift has created significant financial strain for the longtime owner.

The shop has operated for 36 years since opening in 1990. The owner currently maintains operations by commuting six days a week from Chino to the store.

The players

Hang Yoon

Hang Yoon is the longtime owner of Country Plants who commutes six days a week from Chino to run the shop.

The details

Hang Yoon has managed the shop at its Chautauqua Boulevard location for over three decades. With many regular clients displaced or preoccupied with fire recovery, the business has seen its steady stream of local support diminish significantly.

Hang Yoon opened Country Plants in 1990.
The business has operated at its current location for the past 36 years.

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Market Landscape

The situation follows a pattern set by the Palisades Fire, highlighting how localized disasters can destabilize small, community-dependent businesses. This disruption marks a departure from the store's three-decade history of serving a stable local population.

The decline of a local institution like Country Plants signals potential shifts in product availability for residents in Pacific Palisades. Regular customers may find altered store hours or reduced inventory as the business navigates its current financial strain.

The takeaway

Small businesses in wildfire-prone areas often face secondary economic consequences long after the flames are extinguished. Supporting local shops during recovery phases is essential for maintaining the character and resilience of a neighborhood.