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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Our products are 100% organic and made naturally. We do not use any dangerous synthetic chemicals, toxic dyes, or sewage sludge (biosolids); hence they are safe for children, loved ones and family pets. Our focus is on quality to ensure our customers get the best products for their gardens and landscape projects.

The health of our soil is critical for our plants, our pets, our children and ourselves. The life in the soil from bacteria and fungi to earthworms drive soil fertility and gardening success. All the products sold by Nature's Way Resources are designed to feed and increase beneficial soil life. When we take care of the soil it saves time, money and we have much greater success with fewer problems in our landscaping projects. These products not only give better results they also protect the health of our children, pets, and the environment the way God intended.

Definitions:

AGED: compost and mulch are the same as aging used in making a fine quality wine or whiskey, as it improves the quality. In soils it is another term for composting. If the native mulch is composted first, the heat of the composting process kills any pathogens and weed seeds that might have been present. The composting process breaks down the cellulose contained in the raw material rendering it a less attractive home for termites and fire ants after it is applied, compared to bark or other woody mulches. The composting process helps the mulch hold moisture better and stabilizes the carbon content of the material which also makes it fire resistant. Additionally, the composting process naturally turns the material into a beautiful deep chocolate brown color.

Screening SCREENING: Screening is a term used to separate particle sizes very similar to sifting flour before baking to get rid of unwanted clumps. The screening process removes possible contaminates and controls the particle size which allows for a beautiful and uniform product.

For most applications the coarser sizes work best and are more economical. For special applications like topdressing a lawn with compost, it requires a fine screen size so the compost particles will filter down between the grass blades. Finer sizes cost more to produce and are only needed in special cases.

Our Mulches and Composts are available from fine screened to larger sizes. For general landscape use, a mulch that contains a range of particle sizes from sawdust to pieces to larger pieces works best (i.e., coarse screened).

fresh groundNATIVE MULCH: At Nature's Way Resources we were the first to introduce Native Mulches to Texas and had to petition to get them listed as a separate class of mulch. We were also the first to compost our mulches to concentrate nutrients and kill weed seeds and any possible pathogens.

Native mulch is produced from a mix of native trees and brush with only a small amount of bark. Our native mulches have a high percentage of buds, shoots, leaves, and cambium layers in them as we primarily use the smaller limbs and branches that contain the most nutrients. For years gardening experts have claimed that this is the best mulch of all and scientific research has backed them up. Recent research has found that mulches made from recycled native trees are the highest quality available.

Additionally, these mulches resist washing out and blowing much better than bark mulches. They are also one of the most fire-resistant mulches available after a little composting. These mulches are rich with beneficial microbes that help create soil structure and help protect plants from diseases. Unlike most mulches, Earthworms love these mulches and will grow fat and healthy while aerating your soil and producing plant growth hormones.

Native Mulch is available in several sizes for use in different applications. It is naturally a dark chocolate brown in color from the composting process. Properly made Native Mulch is the highest quality one can use in their landscaping projects.

PROPERLY MADE COMPOST often called "BLACK GOLD" by experienced gardeners is the single best amendment to add to any soil. The heat of composting kills most weed seeds and pathogens. As a result, beneficial microbes that prevent diseases from growing and dominating can get the upper hand. It helps loosen clay and helps sand hold water.

leaf moldLEAF MOLD COMPOST -This is the famous and original leaf mold compost do not accept an imposter. This compost is widely recognized by many horticulturalists as the best compost available and has proven itself repeatedly for over 27 years at thousands of locations. This product is produced primarily from recycled leaves, with a little grass and horse manure mixed in, a touch of fruits and vegetables and is slowly composted for a long period of time to ensure the highest quality. The name Leaf Mold comes from the old English words "Leaf Mould" which means produced by a very slow breakdown of leaves (from trees and shrubs) into rich humus. After a long slow composting period it is screened to ensure consistency and size. This product is rich in beneficial microbes and is used on lawns, vegetable gardens, annuals, and can be used in flower beds. It is well balanced between bacterial and fungal species. In lawns it helps save water and promote healthy soil naturally resistant to brown patch and other problems. We offer two sizes for different applications (fine and coarse), fine for topdressing lawns or starting seeds and coarse for use as a soil amendment.

FUNGAL COMPOST - This is a new class of compost that is humus rich and full of beneficial fungi. Research in soil microbiology has found that many plants prefer and grow healthier in soils full of beneficial fungi. This compost is made from our aged native mulch which is composted for a much longer time before screening. The additional composting time concentrates the nutrients naturally found in the mulch and increases the microbial diversity. The composting process converts much of the lignin and cellulose found in the mulch into valuable humus.

PRODUCTS

MULCHES

NATIVE MULCH - This is the highest quality mulch one can use in their landscape. It has been composted for a long period of time so it naturally has a beautiful dark chocolate brown color which is very resistant to washing out or fading. Studies have shown it is also one of the most fire-resistant mulches. It is teaming with beneficial microbes that help plants grow strong and beautiful and is one of the best ways to create healthy soil in one's landscape. We process our mulch in way that it contains at least a 50% fungal rich compost content ensuring the maximum benefit to our customers. It is available in two sizes. Over time the microbes living in this mulch can turn heavy clay into a beautiful loamy soil.

NATIVE AGED DOUBLE GROUND - This mulch is made from an assortment of native trees. The whole tree is ground up and aged for a few weeks. It is then reground to a finer texture. It is very fibrous and as a result, resists washing out as the fibers tend to lock together. It has a medium brown color when dry and represents an inexpensive way to top dress all beds or use over a compost layer. As it decomposes, it will help break down heavy clay soils and help sandy soils hold moisture better.

AZALEA MULCH - This mulch is specially blended to copy the natural mulch layer of native azaleas. This blend is made from fungal compost, composted native mulch and partially composted pine needles and leaves (shredded) to create a fibrous texture. This product is designed to create the conditions that azaleas and other acid loving plants require. The heat of the composting process kills any pathogens and weed seeds that might have been present and turns the mulch a rich dark brown color. This mulch quickly breaks down by microbial action to stable organic matter (humus) that helps the soil hold water and creates the organically enhanced cool moist root zone required by many plants. This mulch is great for azaleas, hydrangeas, blueberries, camellias, daylilies, gardenias and other plants with similar needs. Limited Availability

pine straw bagsPINE STRAW - This pine straw mulch has been sustainably harvested from trees in East Texas and placed into compressed 3.0 cubic foot bales wrapped in plastic that are easy to handle. Pine Straw is a very attractive mulch that is used around many plants from daylilies to strawberries. Each bale will cover 100 square feet at a thickness of three inches.

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COMPOST

LEAF MOLD COMPOST - This is the famous and original leaf mold compost do not accept an imposter. This is the best compost available and has proven itself repeatedly for over 27 years at thousands of locations. It is available in different screened sizes. The fine size is excellent for use in potting mixes to top dressing lawns where it helps save water and promote healthy soil naturally resistant to brown patch and other problems. The coarse size is excellent as a soil amendment to increase organic matter in our soils and is often used as a beautiful dark mulch.

FUNGAL COMPOST -This product is made from the same material as the native mulch but has been composted for a much longer time. It is then screened fine for a uniform texture. This product is especially rich in beneficial fungi and humus, which works great with shrubs, trees, roses, and other perennials as a soil amendment. It is a superior replacement for peat moss and is used as an ingredient in many types of potting mixes.

COMPOST 50-50 MIX - This organic amendment is a blend of 50% leaf Mold compost and 50% Fungal compost hence is peat free. Due to its high porosity commercial customers have found that this mix allows easy root development in containers (like bark and other traditional container mixes); however, it has a great ability to hold moisture until plants need it. It is also naturally full of beneficial microbes and nutrients that plants require to be healthy, hence it works well for growing small plants and starting seeds.

TURF MIX - This is a special mix of fine screened Leaf Mold Compost and several trace mineral rich sands blended in to add micronutrients to one's soil for healthy turf grass.

LANDSCAPING SOIL BLENDS

soils

ROSE SOIL - This is a premium soil recommended and formulated by the Houston Rose Society. This is a special mix designed to help roses and all plants look their absolute best whether they are in flower beds or containers. It is a mixture of composted and screened topsoil, concrete sand, our famous leaf mold compost enhanced with extra ingredients (Enhanced Compost), as well as basalt and granite sand for drainage and trace minerals. Many in the horticultural industry consider this mix to be the highest quality blended soil available in Texas. This is the highest quality soil mix we produce and works great for almost every type of landscaping application from flower beds to vegetable gardens.

GARDEN & FLOWERBED MIX - This is a high-quality mixed soil for use in any vegetable garden or flowerbed. It is a mixture of composted and screened topsoil, mortar sand, and leaf mold compost. Many gardeners like to add their own fertilizers and minerals hence this is a great basic soil for them.

GARDEN MIX LITE - This is a high-quality mixed soil for use in any vegetable garden. It is blended from a mixture of leaf mold compost, composted and screened topsoil and mortar sand. It is great for plants that require high porosity, aeration and good drainage. This mix has a higher percentage of compost than our other garden mixes making it lighter.

LANDSCAPER MIX - This is a mixed soil of composted and screened topsoil, washed sand, screened leaf mold and fungal compost and composted mulch. It is ideal for plants that require soils with a high organic matter content (i.e. Azaleas, Ferns, Camellias, Gardenias, Gingers, Violets, Groundcovers, Impatiens, Ivy, Blueberries, etc.)

COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPER MIX - This is a lower cost, moderate quality mixed soil made up of semi-aged double ground native mulch, fungal compost, composted topsoil, mortar sand and recycled compost yard scrapings.

Specialty Mixes

LAWN MIX - This product is a blend of mortar sand enriched with leaf mold compost. It is designed for leveling lawns, filing in holes from tree and stump removal or to fill in ruts left over from construction.

BLUEBERRY MIX - This is a special soil mix created for azaleas, blueberries, camellias, gardenias, hydrangeas, and others that require an acid soil for optimal growth and plant health. It contains compost, composted mulch, topsoil, slow release Sulphur to ensure acidity for a long time, basalt and other mineral sands for aeration and drainage.

CACTUS/DESERT MIX - This mix is designed for plants from dry arid areas. It contains leaf mold compost, composted topsoil, concrete and basalt sand for aeration and drainage.

CITRUS MIX (for containers) - This mix was formulated to solve the root rot problems due to poor drainage for citrus grown in containers. It contains a mix of composted mulch, expanded shale, compost, topsoil and torpedo sand to improve drainage and aeration and provide beneficial microbes.

DIVOT MIX - This is a special purpose mix used on Golf course fairways, putting greens and grass tennis courts. It is a mix of fine screened leaf mold compost and weed free washed sand. It is used as a top dressing or as fill on any grass or lawn where premium quality is desired. This mix was originally developed to not only fill the holes created by divots on Golf courses but to help the grass heal much quicker.

POTTING MIX (large plant) - This potting mix is perfect for 6-18" containers for 1-3 year duration plantings. Ingredients include our fungal compost, leaf mold compost, expanded shale and basalt for aeration and drainage.

GREEN ROOF MIX - This is a custom mix that varies with every project depending on the design goals and methodology. Many factors come into play from LEED certification, intensive versus extensive, plant choices, water filtration, rainwater storage, weight loading, wind shear, etc. As licensed soil scientists, we work with landscape architects and project engineers to design the best soil for the project. As a result, we are able to blend a higher quality mix that often saves our customers a lot of money as compared to imported mixes and it provides better results.

Our standard mix is a blend of Leaf Mold Compost, enriched loam composted topsoil, expanded shale, and Re-mineralizer for minor and trace elements.

BIO-SWALE MIX - A enriched standard mix for areas where rapid drainage and infiltration is essential. Additionally, we can blend soil, sand, compost or other ingredients and test the infiltration rates to ensure the mix will meet any required specifications. (Special Order only).

CONTAINER MIX - This mix was formulated to provide an option for gardeners and landscapers that have been frustrated at times with conventional potting soils that are too light for long term container use and landscape/garden mixes that are too heavy and drain too poorly for container culture. This soil drains well due to the addition of expanded shale and concrete sand, and it also has the right mix of soil components to help it maintain adequate moisture levels and avoid shrinking too quickly.

PALM MIX - We offer two types of palm mix by special order only.

1st) The first is Grant Stephenson's (Horticultural Consultants Inc.) original Palm mix composed of red and aged pine bark, bark nuggets, coarse masonry sand, and some special river rock. This mix works best in conventional chemical systems.

2nd) The Nature's Way Resource Palm Mix is designed to work in organic systems. It is composed of native mulch, mulch over's, double ground mulch, expanded shale, leaf mold compost, river rock, and weed free washed masonry sand.

CUSTOM BLENDED MIXES - A variety of custom mixes are available upon request. See note at end of document on custom mixes.

NOTE: All the ingredients used in our blended soils have been composted or have been chosen as to be as weed free as possible.

TOPSOIL

screen loamENRICHED LOAM - This is loam topsoil recovered from area fields and forests. It is composted for a long period of time to kill weed seeds and pathogens, it is then screened to remove most of the sticks, roots, rocks, and clay lumps. This is often used as base layer before installing turf grass as it holds water and nutrients better than sand hence creating a healthier root zone.

SCRAPINGS - This is a low-cost source of organic matter used to improve any soil. During the year spillage from moving materials, loading trucks with topsoil, soil blends, compost and mulch, etc. accumulate on the ground. Periodically we "scrape" it off and provide it to our customers as a lower cost amendment.

FILL DIRT - This is subsoil composed of primarily clay. It can be inclusive of rocks, sticks, etc. and is good mostly for filling holes where extraneous material will not matter.

Note: At NWR we do not sell or use the old worn out soil from rice farming that is contaminated with toxic agricultural chemicals and salts, and full of weed seeds in any of our products

SAND

Mortar SandMORTAR SAND - This is a washed sand used in making brick mortar. The washing process removes all clay and silt particles. The washing process also removes all weed seeds. This is clean white sand which is great for sandboxes, beaches, golf courses and used in our mixed soils to ensure high quality. Note: The washing process removes all silt and clay particles leaving very clean sand that allows the cement to bond better hence makes stronger mortar or concrete.

concrete sandCONCRETE SAND - This is a coarse washed sand that it is used in making concrete. The washing process removes all clay and silt particles. The washing process also removes all weed seeds. Since it has larger grain size with better drainage characteristics than mortar sand it is often used in cactus and desert gardens.


torpedo sandTORPEDO SAND - This is an aggregate sand with a particle size less than 3/8" that has been washed and screened to meet the ASTM C 33 standards for concrete.

Note: We do not use "bank sand" in any of our products as it is often full of weed seeds including the noxious and invasive weed nutsedge.

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ROCK/GRAVEL

basaltBASALT - We carry crushed #5, a dark grey rock screened to about 3/8" size. The darker color helps to set off and showcase the lighter colored flowers. As a result, it is often used around water garden features, Eastern gardens, and it also makes a beautiful pathway. Other sizes are available on request by special order.


bull rockBULL ROCK - Bull Rock is commonly used in landscaping. It is a rounded flint rock with most of the rocks ranging in size from 2-5" diameter. In addition to its decorative features, it is often used for edging, erosion control, and drip and spillways splash guard from gutter systems.


graniteGRANITE (crushed/weathered/decomposed) - Crushed decomposed granite is often used to make beautiful pathways, patio and play areas. Additionally, since it is paramagnetic, it helps nearby plants grow strong and healthy. Available in two sizes 1/2" and 1/4".




mixed rockSEPTIC ROCK (Mixed Rock) - Mixed Rock is a rounded flint based rock material. The rock sizes range from small gravel to 1 ½ inches in diameter. Often used in septic systems, French drains, etc.



pea gravelPEA GRAVEL - Pea Gravel has many uses. It is small gravel about 3/8 inch in diameter. It is used for making concrete, patios, garden paths and walkways, ponds, water gardens, decorative features and more. Available in both brown and the rainbow multi-colors.


rainbow rockRAINBOW RIVER ROCK - This is a unique quartz gravel with many colors. The rock is rounded in nature and is available in several sizes from 3/8" (Pea Gravel) to 1 ½". It is used in stream beds, ponds, making patios, and other types of landscaping projects. Availability varies, call for current status.

river rockRIVER ROCK - River Rock is like Bull Rock except for being smaller. It is a rounded flint rock that ranges in size that is about 2 inches in diameter. It is often used in decorative waterways, septic systems, erosion control, drip and spillways from gutter systems.

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SOIL AMENDMENTS

expanded shale BASALT SAND - This Texas basalt that is crushed and ground into coarse sand. It is naturally full of trace minerals and is very paramagnetic. A great way to ensure many trace elements are in one's soil.




expanded shaleEXPANDED SHALE - This rock is made from shale that has been fired or cooked at very high temperatures. The heat causes the shale to expand creating a relatively strong but light weight aggregate. The expanded shale is then screened to different sizes for use. Expanded shale helps physically loosen heavy soils and has the ability to help the soil hold moisture and nutrients. It is often combined with compost for use in rose beds and lightweight soils for green roofs.


EXPANDED SHALE/COMPOST MIX - This mix is recommended by Dr. Steve George at Texas A&M University for loosening clay and or compacted soils. It is used in bed preparation for the Earthkind Rose program. It is a 50% mixture of expanded (heat fired) shale for its lightweight and water holding properties mixed with 50% of our famous Leaf Mold Compost. It is used to quickly improve the tilth and health of any heavy soil.

granite sandGRANITE SAND - This is Texas granite that has been crushed and ground down to the size of coarse sand. It is slightly para-magnetic and a great way to add trace elements to one's soil.







green sandGREEN SAND (glauconite) - These are naturally occurring rock sands mined from ancient sea floor deposits. It has been a favorite soil amendment for experienced gardeners for years. It has a beautiful dark greenish-grey color when dry and a sandy texture hence the name.






green sandREMINERALIZER- Most of the soils along the Gulf coast are deficient in minor and trace elements. Plant growth and health is often limited by these deficiencies. We are also learning that these minor and trace minerals are essential for animal and human health, if they are not in the soil, they will not be in the food grown on them. This is a mix of natural mined mineral sands from Texas commonly used by expert gardeners (greensand, granite sand, and basalt sand) pre-blended and screened fine for your convenience.




ORGANIC FERTILIZERS & SUPPLIES

Nature's Way Resources carries a full line of supplies from organic fertilizers to soil amendments, natural herbicides, and insecticides to bagged soil and mulch products. Please see our price sheet or web site for more complete information.

NOTE: CUSTOM BLENDED MIXES - NWR has a licensed Professional Soil Scientist (P.G.) on staff to work with engineers, architects, landscape architects, environmental scientists and other professionals on projects from LEED construction requirements (Green Roofs) to rain gardens, runoff control swales, bio-filtration, bio-remediation, water efficiency and irrigation, etc. For example we often work with landscape architects to ensure the soil choice is compatible with their desired plant choices, and with the architect or engineer to match the weight of the blended soil to the weight loading capacity of the roof. Similarly, we work on soils for rain gardens or wetlands to ensure proper infiltration and water holding capacity. Additionally we design soil/compost blends for filtration swales that will support higher densities of microbes to ensure that contaminates in storm water are broken down and cleaned before the water is discharged to our streams.

Professional consulting services are available on a case-by-case basis.

NURSERY and GARDEN CENTER

In 2014, we opened our plant nursery. Our knowledgeable staff have many years in the nursery business and can help guide you on choosing the right plants for your garden as well as solutions to any issues you may encounter.

We purchase organically grown plants whenever possible and maintain all plants organically for the safety of your children and pets. We do not sell genetically modified plants (GMO's) due to the environmental and health problems they cause.

We carry a large range of native and well-adapted species for our area, including plants for pollinators. We have a large selection of fruit trees that do well in Gulf Coast climate. We also stock seasonal color, vegetable transplants and a wide selection of herbs.

The nursery is now participating in The Woodlands Water Rebates program. See www.woodlandswater.org/services/rebates for details.

At Nature's Way Resources our focus is on quality products for use by the gardening community that offer real value over many years. This saves the gardener both time and money in the long run as they have healthier plants with far fewer problems. These products require less of the expensive fertilizers and other chemicals each year. Our products are made from recycled materials saving the community valuable landfill space and they are 100% organic creating a healthier, safer environment for our children, families and pets.

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.

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06/15/2021