Melrose Trading Post

Last Sunday, June 24, the Republic of Succulents sold at the Melrose Trading Post, our first “public market” experience. It was a gorgeous LA day, so after the legwork of setting up, we kicked back in our orange and green beach chairs and greeted potential customers. Overall, it was an interesting and good experience. We thought of it as an opportunity to hand out business cards (for future opportunities), conduct market research (literally), and give it a try. 

Our little stall was nudged between a seller of used/collectable furniture and vintage jean shorts/clothing items, and behind a t-shirt seller and jewelry stall.

The umbrella that Calvin and Diana gave us (thank you so much) was awesome and worked out perfectly.

Thank you to our new customers and to Pear (for coming all the way from Long Beach!). Thank you to Fernando, my supportive husband and Republic of Succulents Chief Technology Officer (CTO).


Melrose Trading Post