In 1995, the company merged with Scotts for $200 million in stock, creating the world's largest maker of lawn and garden products, and making Hagedorn the majority investor with 42% of the company and 3 of 11 board seats.
In 1995, the company merged with Scotts for $200 million in stock, forming the world's largest producer of lawn and garden products, making Hagedorn the dominant shareholder with 42% ownership and three out of eleven board seats.