About Us

Our journey over the years reflects our dedication to sustainability, innovation, and service to our community.

Nature’s Way Resources is a Texas-based leader in sustainable soil, compost, mulch, and organic waste recycling, serving gardeners, landscapers, homeowners, and communities throughout the Houston region and beyond.

Founded by the late John Ferguson, Nature’s Way Resources grew from his personal experience with the dangers of synthetic chemicals and his belief that healthier landscapes begin with healthier soil. After a severe reaction to a chemical fungicide in the 1980s, John became committed to developing safer, more natural approaches to horticulture. In 1993, he formally began Nature’s Way Resources, creating high-quality organic soil products and developing innovative ways to recycle organic waste into valuable resources.

Today, Nature’s Way Resources operates a large-scale organic recycling and soil production facility in Conroe, Texas, where locally collected green materials are transformed into composts, mulches, soil blends, and other gardening products. The company also operates a retail nursery and garden center featuring Texas native plants, fruit trees, seasonal plants, herbs, and other selections suited to the region.

Nature’s Way Resources is committed to working with nature rather than against it. Its mission centers on restoring and sustaining the Earth through organic practices, recycling, responsible resource use, and education. The company maintains a strict no-synthetics philosophy and focuses on natural and recycled materials that support healthy soil, healthy plants, and healthier communities.

Under the leadership of CEO Ian Ferguson, Nature’s Way Resources continues the work started by his father while expanding its focus on soil health, environmental stewardship, education, and sustainable landscaping. The company also works with schools, community organizations, environmental groups, and others to promote responsible organic waste management and healthier landscapes.

With more than three decades of experience, Nature’s Way Resources remains rooted in a simple idea: healthy soil is the foundation for healthy plants, people, and communities.

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.

In loving memory of John Ferguson

1951-2025

Founder of Nature’s Way Resources

A true Texas gardening legend, gone too soon.

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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.

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1993

Shifting from oil to landscaping, John ventured into eco-friendly, low-maintenance landscapes. With product scarcity, he began creating premium organic soils himself.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2014

Established our plant nursery and garden center, offering nature enthusiasts a vibrant haven.

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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

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2020

Navigating Challenges – Played an essential role during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that vital resources continued to flow to our community.

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2025

John Ferguson passed away following health complications at the age of 74. Ian Ferguson is continuing with the company as President.

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.

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.