NaturaLawn of America Franchise News

March 26, 2012 // Franchising.com // FREDERICK, Md.—The pioneer and leader of organic-based lawn care, NaturaLawn of America, Inc., commemorates a new milestone in 2012—25 years of innovation and environmental stewardship.
NaturaLawn of America, Inc. is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a “silver” reminder of how its green longevity began in 1987. NaturaLawn of America’s Founder and President Philip Catron’s qualifications as a board-certified agronomist enabled him to develop the nation’s first natural and organic-based lawn care company with a unique and proprietary line of products.
Catron credits his staff and 60-plus franchisees across the United States for their efforts in distinguishing NaturaLawn of America throughout the past 25 years and the business continues to be the “ground-breaking” leader in the green industry...

NEW YORK, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. magazine ranked NaturaLawn of America #4313 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 list, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs.

"We're honored to be included alongside all of these innovative and fast growing companies," said NaturaLawn® of America President Phil Catron. "To be one of only a handful of green industry professionals listed speaks volumes of our ability to stand apart from our competition."
"The leaders of the companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have figured out how to grow their businesses during the longest recession since the Great Depression," said Inc...

Leading organic-based lawn care company speaks about successful green business practices at Mid-Atlantic Green Showcase.

Frederick, MD, July 30, 2008 --(PR.com)-- NaturaLawn of America, the nation's leader in organic-based lawn care, was recently invited to speak at the 2008 SMART Green Showcase, featuring Maryland Congressman Roscoe Bartlett.

The SMART (Strengthening the Mid-Atlantic Region for Tomorrow) Green Showcase brought "green" industry professionals and homeowners throughout the Mid-Atlantic area together to discuss the reduction of energy consumption, environmental impacts, and the need to transition to cleaner, renewable sources of energy.

John Steiner, NaturaLawn of America's Director of Operations, was joined by Chris Olsen, Business Consultant for Small Business Development Center, and Steve Chafitz, President of e-End USA, in a panel discussion on the "Do's and Don'ts of a Green Collar Business...

April 29, 2008 // Franchising.com // Frederick, MD — As the United States heads toward an economic recession, the lawn care industry remains a strong market.

Traditionally, the lawn care industry has prospered from an economic downturn, as homeowners focus attention on their most important investments, their home and landscape.

One company experiencing significant growth under these conditions is NaturaLawn of America, the leading organic-based lawn care provider in the nation.

NaturaLawn of America's president, Phil Catron, credits this success to their franchise system. "Recessions typically tend to eliminate jobs and generally speaking, companies downscale their workforce. Franchising creates an avenue for entrepreneurialism," said Catron, whose company is experiencing a 20% growth spurt...

March 31, 2008 // Franchising.com // FREDERICK, MD-- NaturaLawn® of America is pleased to announce the addition of Sherry Snowden as the new Purchasing Procurer at their corporate headquarters in Frederick, Maryland.

Mrs. Snowden has five years of experience in the purchasing field, previously serving as the Buyer for Communication Supply Corp. of Clarksburg, Maryland, and has also worked at Phoenix Mecano as the Internal Auditor for ISO 9001 Certification.

Mrs. Snowden has spent the past 6 years as a stay at home mother, raising her two children Evan 16 and Alyssa 14.

March 28, 2008 // Franchising.com // FREDERICK, MD--Christopher D. Baum has joined NaturaLawn of America's Corporate Headquarters, located in Frederick, Maryland, as the new Marketing Coordinator.

Mr. Baum is a graduate of Salisbury University with a degree in Mass Communications, with an emphasis on Public Relations and Journalism. Mr. Baum is also accomplished in photography.

Prior to joining NaturaLawn of America, Mr. Baum worked with the Salisbury Daily Times, as a part-time staff photographer during his senior year at Salisbury University.

February 06, 2008 // Franchising.com // WAUKESHA, WI—NaturaLawn of America, Inc., the lawn care industry's recognized leader in natural, organic-based lawn care service, announced the grand opening of a new franchise location in Waukesha, Wisconsin according to Philip E. Catron, president of NaturaLawn of America.

George Menos, the owner of the new NaturaLawnâ of America franchise in Waukesha, said, "Today's homeowners are looking at how they can have a beautiful lawn without potentially damaging the environment. Our lawn care system uses organic-based and biological products to promote a healthy lawn that is ecologically safer for humans, animals, soils and waterways."

"NaturaLawnâ of America's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system provides an alternative to the conventional chemical applications that have typically been offered to area residents," said Menos...

February 06, 2008 // Franchising.com // GREENVILLE, SC—NaturaLawn of America, Inc., the lawn care industry's recognized leader in natural, organic-based lawn care service, announced the grand opening of a new franchise location in Greenville, South Carolina according to Philip E. Catron, president of NaturaLawn of America.

Michael Martin, the owner of the new NaturaLawnâ of America franchise in Greenville, said, "Today's homeowners are looking at how they can have a beautiful lawn without potentially damaging the environment. Our lawn care system uses organic-based and biological products to promote a healthy lawn that is ecologically safer for humans, animals, soils and waterways."

"NaturaLawnâ of America's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system provides an alternative to the conventional chemical applications that have typically been offered to area residents," said Martin...

February 06, 2008 // Franchising.com // FREDERICK, MD— New York based Plenty Magazine recently recognized NaturaLawn of America as a leader in the green movement by placing them on their "Plenty 20 List". The list, comprised of twenty companies pushing the ecological envelope, also included Toyota, Whole Foods, General Electric, and Green Mountain Coffee.

A second New York based publication, Inc Magazine, chose NaturaLawn of America as one of their 50 cutting edge green companies across the nation. Their "Green 50 List" was devoted entirely to sustainable businesses.

"We Americans love our lawns!," says Phil Catron, president and founder of NaturaLawn of America. "But often what we people do to them to keep them green and weed free can be unsafe for our children, pets and the environment...