Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG) CFO records 612-share Form 4 trade

Q: What does transaction code F mean in the Scheiwer SMG Form 4?

The Form 4 for Mark J. Scheiwer uses transaction code “F.” In this filing, code F appears with a disposition of 612 common shares at $63.69. The code identifies the nature of the non-derivative change in ownership reported for this executive.

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Scotts Miracle-Gro executive Mark J. Scheiwer, EVP, CFO & CAO, reported an insider transaction involving company common shares. On 02/03/2026, he disposed of 612 common shares at $63.69 per share (transaction code F), a form of non-derivative disposition.

Following this transaction, Scheiwer directly beneficially owned 14,676.741 common shares. He also indirectly held an additional 493.482 common shares through a 401(k) plan, reflecting his retirement-plan stake in the company’s stock.

Insider Trade Summary

2 transactions reported

Mixed 2 txns

Insider Scheiwer Mark J

Role EVP, CFO & CAO

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Tax Withholding	Common Shares	612	$63.69	$39K
holding	Common Shares	--	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Common Shares — 14,676.741 shares (Direct); Common Shares — 493.482 shares (Indirect, By 401(K) Plan)

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 02/05/2026 - 11:55 AM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Scheiwer Mark J

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO COMPANY

14111 SCOTTSLAWN ROAD

(Street)

MARYSVILLE

43041

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO CO [ SMG ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)
	EVP, CFO & CAO

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
02/03/2026

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Shares	02/03/2026		F		612	D	$63.69	14,676.741	D
Common Shares								493.482	I	By 401(K) Plan

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

Remarks:

	/s/ Kathy L. Uttley as attorney-in-fact for Mark J. Scheiwer	02/05/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
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FAQ

What insider transaction did SMG executive Mark J. Scheiwer report?

Mark J. Scheiwer reported disposing of 612 Scotts Miracle-Gro common shares. The Form 4 shows a non-derivative transaction on 02/03/2026 at a price of $63.69 per share, coded “F,” leaving him with a larger remaining direct shareholding.

How many Scotts Miracle-Gro shares does Mark J. Scheiwer own after this Form 4?

After the transaction, Scheiwer directly owned 14,676.741 common shares. The filing also shows an indirect holding of 493.482 common shares through a 401(k) plan, giving insight into both his personal and retirement-plan exposure to Scotts Miracle-Gro stock.

What does transaction code F mean in the Scheiwer SMG Form 4?

The Form 4 for Mark J. Scheiwer uses transaction code “F.” In this filing, code F appears with a disposition of 612 common shares at $63.69. The code identifies the nature of the non-derivative change in ownership reported for this executive.

What role does Mark J. Scheiwer hold at Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG)?

Mark J. Scheiwer serves as EVP, CFO & CAO of Scotts Miracle-Gro. His senior leadership position and insider status require reporting changes in his beneficial ownership of company stock, which is why this Form 4 details his recent common share disposition.

How are Scheiwer’s indirect SMG shareholdings structured in this filing?

The Form 4 shows 493.482 SMG common shares held indirectly. These shares are listed with an ownership form of “I” and are described as held “By 401(K) Plan,” indicating they are part of a tax-advantaged retirement savings account rather than directly owned.