Scotts Company - 1994 dated Specimen Stock Certificate - The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company

Specimen Stock printed by American Bank Note Company.

Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, headquartered in Marysville, Ohio, is the world’s largest marketer of branded consumer products for lawn and garden care. Founded in 1868 by Civil War veteran O.M. Scott, the company has grown from a local hardware store into a global leader with a portfolio of household names like Scotts, Miracle-Gro, and Ortho. Beyond traditional landscaping, Scotts Miracle-Gro operates through its Hawthorne Gardening segment, which provides specialized nutrients, lighting, and hydroponic systems for indoor cultivation.

In 2026, the company aims to shift its focus to high-margin branded products while divesting from low-margin commodities like mulch to enhance profitability. This strategic shift aligns with the company’s robust financial and operational outlook, which targets a non-GAAP adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $4.15 to $4.35. Scotts Miracle-Gro is aggressively integrating digital innovation, including AI-driven tools to assist consumers and retail partners, and expanding its e-commerce presence, which now accounts for approximately 10% of its point-of-sale units.

Management has also signaled a commitment to shareholder value through a proposed multiyear share buyback program ranging from $500 million to $1 billion. With a total annual revenue of approximately $3.41 billion as of late 2025, Scotts Miracle-Gro remains a dominant force in the agricultural chemicals industry, balancing traditional lawn care with emerging opportunities in sustainable and organic gardening solutions.