Native Soil Inc. is a family-owned landscape construction company founded in 2015 and based in Oakland, California. The firm specializes in a range of services, including the installation of irrigation systems, planting, and the construction of artificial and natural turfs, as well as decomposed granite landscapes. With a commitment to sustainability and community empowerment, Native Soil seeks to protect and manage water, soil, and plant resources while providing job training and opportunities for disenfranchised community members.
Led by Emmanuel Gomez, a native of Oakland and an alumnus of Cal Poly with a degree in Landscape Architecture, the company prioritizes creating a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. The team, which includes veterans in the field, emphasizes the importance of knowledge transfer, ensuring that sustainable practices and expertise are passed down to future generations.
Native Soil Inc.’s vision is to become the Bay Area's preferred landscape contractor while fostering livable wages and job satisfaction among its employees. The company values education in its operations, demonstrating this through community-centered projects like the Madison Park Business & Art Academy Campus and the Central Kitchen for Oakland Unified School District, which integrates educational gardens to instill knowledge about healthy eating and sustainable practices in students.
Beyond just landscaping, Native Soil Inc. actively aims to leave a positive mark on both the local environment and the community it serves, promoting a legacy of responsible stewardship of natural resources for future generations.
