SymbiOp Garden Shop — Local services in Portland

What a great store!! They carry all of the usual stuff you’d expect: mulch, seeds, soil- that sort of thing with an emphasis on sustainable agriculture. Put it to you this way- if you’re looking for round-up and lawn care- Go To Lowe’s or something. But if you want to grow a nice garden whether it’s on a porch, yard or windowsill or attract bees and other pollinators, then this is your spot! They have a great selection of houseplants and all sorts of pots and other houseplant accessories. They carry a good selection of herbs & all sorts of food-bearing plants. The amount of space and attention devoted to native plants is admirable. There’s a self-serve bulk seeds section; There’s even a section of carnivorous plants!! They carry a nice selection of high quality garden tools and accessories, tchotchkes(stickers, candles and whatnot) with an emphasis on local and women-owned companies and USA- made products. The staff here are incredibly kind and knowledgable and the vibe is very inclusive, community-oriented and welcoming to all. This is a really great store that deserves...

We recently went into the SymbiOp Garden Shop and were impressed with every bit of our experience. As a proud plant mom, I’ve purchased many of my plants from well known nurseries around Portland. Many of the shops here are over priced and have sales associates that lack passion and advanced plant knowledge. SymbiOp was the total opposite. When shopping for plants here, I felt very well taken care of. Not only were the prices affordable (more affordable than other Portland shops), I thought the quality of the plants were well maintained and there was a good variety of species and locally crafted products. What I loved most about my experience was instantly feeling like I was walking into a community. It has a beautiful sense of culture and inclusivity. Every associate, including the owner Matt, expressed a deep knowledge of the plants and they were helpful in providing tips and suggestions. We bought four plants about a month ago and they’re just as beautiful as the day we...

I don't know how anyone could even think of giving less than 5 stars. I have worked with two different people in the store on three occasions and each time I received exemplary customer service that was above and beyond. On two of the occasions they were very busy but they both took all the time necessary to thoughtfully answer my multitude of questions and help me problem solve landscaping challenges. There was no sense of rushing or annoyance. Their advice was very sound and has proven extremely helpful. The quality of their outdoor plants has exceeded that of other nurseries and their peat free soil is amazing for gardening. It's also clear that they live up to their social justice values and are not being performative or using it to just sell their products. I have referred the store to others and they had the same experiences. I just wish I had gotten the name of the two wonderful people that helped me so I could give them a...