SymbiOp, short for Symbiosis Cooperative, is a progressive worker-owned business focused on ecological landscaping and gardening, rooted in values of inclusivity, equity, and environmental stewardship. Established by Nutmeg and her co-founders, the company began as a one-person landscaping venture and has evolved into a thriving ecological garden shop and landscaping service since its growth in 2021.
With over a decade of experience, the team's knowledge spans across various ecological maintenance practices, regenerative agriculture, and landscape design. They not only cultivate plants and green spaces beneficial to their clients but also engage deeply with the local community to promote ecological awareness. SymbiOp employs a unique Regenerative Ecological Paradigm that transcends traditional sustainable practices by aiming for holistic benefits while addressing social and ecological impacts over mere financial gains.
Central to their philosophy is the belief in mutual benefit or 'symbiosis,' which informs both their service offerings, such as edible and native landscape designs, as well as their internal operations as a cooperative. Each worker has a stake and a voice in the organization, fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture.
In addition, SymbiOp is committed to nurturing relationships both with the earth and within their communities, with an emphasis on creating inclusive spaces where every individual's voice is valued. They actively pursue practices that rejuvenate both natural ecosystems and social structures, aiming to build a regenerative economy that prioritizes life. Their mission seeks not only to transform landscapes but also to promote a new framework for cooperation, care, and environmental mindfulness that recognizes the complex interdependence of all living systems.
