About Us
Our journey over the years reflects our dedication to sustainability, innovation, and service to our community.
Our mission.
Nature’s Way Resources is passionately committed to providing eco-conscious solutions that align with nature’s principles while meeting diverse customer needs. Our mission revolves around Earth’s restoration and sustainability. Specializing in organic waste disposal, premium gardening supplies, and sustainable landscaping techniques, we prioritize organic practices and innovation with recycled materials. Notably, we uphold a strict no-use policy on synthetic chemicals, ensuring that all our products are natural and environmentally friendly. Our commitment to environmental stewardship includes diverting waste through composting. We’re dedicated to delivering superior, all-natural products and services while empowering our employees to create a positive impact.
1986
John Ferguson’s near-death experience due to a chemical reaction from a common fungicide was the catalyst for Nature’s Way Resources. His six-month hospitalization fueled his determination to create a company committed to offering the market’s safest and highest-quality organic products.
1993
Shifting from oil to landscaping, John ventured into eco-friendly, low-maintenance landscapes. With product scarcity, he began creating premium organic soils himself.
1994
John secured a lease for 20 acres of land on the west side of Sam Houston Toll Way, marking the birthplace of Nature’s Way.
1995
A second location was set up in December 1995 on FM 1488, situated just north of the Woodlands. This site was dedicated to the collection and processing of grass and leaves.
2004
The 45 acre Sherbrook Circle Location opened and John became a co-founder in the 501-c-3 Non-Profit Organizations, OHBA, focusing on spreading organic horticulture and human health education.
2014
Established our plant nursery and garden center, offering nature enthusiasts a vibrant haven.
2019
Ian Ferguson accepted operational management of Nature’s Way Resources. Worked at organics by gosh in Austin and you helped streamline their bagging department
2020
Navigating Challenges – Played an essential role during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that vital resources continued to flow to our community.
Our Values:
Environmental Harmony
We are dedicated to aligning with nature’s principles, emphasizing Earth’s restoration and sustainability in everything we do.
Organic Excellence
Upholding the highest standards, we prioritize organic practices and innovative, natural solutions. We strictly avoid synthetic chemicals to offer environmentally friendly products.
Sustainable Innovation
We lead through sustainable innovation, using recycled materials and composting to reduce waste, offering premium gardening supplies, and sustainable landscaping techniques.
Empowered Impact
Our commitment extends beyond products; we empower our employees to make a positive impact, fostering a culture that values environmental stewardship and community betterment.
Meet The Team
John Ferguson
Owner
Nursery & Garden Center History
In 2014, we launched Nature’s Way Resources’ plant nursery, staffed by knowledgeable experts who offer garden solutions and plant recommendations. Our selection includes a wide variety of native and organic plants—no GMOs. Since 1986, we’ve been dedicated to eco-friendly materials for thriving plants, people, and fighting climate change. We also stock fruit trees, seasonal color, vegetables, herbs & more, all focused on delivering the best organic quality. Our products promote healthy, pest-resistant plants with recycled, 100% organic ingredients for a safer environment.
Note: We follow the revised (Spring 2000) USDA/NRCS guidelines for healthy soil as specified in the “Soil Biology Primer” available by calling 1-800-THE-SOIL Ext.24 or E-mail at pubs@swcs.org. It may also be downloaded and printed from www.soils.usda.gov/sqi/concepts/soil_biology/biology.html.
Our mission is to advocate for sustainable, safe agriculture and horticulture practices through comprehensive education, the highest-quality products, supplies, and services.
We are dedicated to innovation, creating superior, cost-effective products derived from recycled materials to improve plant health immensely, while saving both time and money for our valued customers.
Our focus extends to remedying soil contamination, preventing erosion, and promoting efficient water usage through cutting-edge technology and products.
Embracing environmental responsibility, we offer eco-friendly services such as land clearing vegetation grinding, storm debris cleanup, and affordable organic waste disposal. Our efforts minimize landfill use, eliminate burning, and reduce air pollution.
In our pursuit of excellence, Nature’s Way Resources is unwavering in delivering the finest products, services, and support. As stewards of the environment and proponents of a safe workplace, we empower our employees to utilize their expertise for the betterment of others while fostering a harmonious coexistence with Mother Nature.
