Defined Contribution Pension and Other Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Net Periodic Benefit Cost
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Business Combinations [Abstract]
ACQUISITIONS
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Marketing Agreement [Abstract]
Marketing Agreement [Abstract]
Gross commission
Fees and Commissions, Other
Contribution expenses
Contract Revenue Cost
Amortization of marketing fee
Amortization of Other Deferred Charges
Net commission expense
Commission Income Expense Net
Net commission revenue and expense during the period related to agency agreement.
Reimbursements associated with Marketing Agreement
Reimbursement Revenue
Total net sales associated with Marketing Agreement
Net Sales With Agency Agreement
Net sales associated with Agency Agreement.
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Group 1 [Member]
Group 1 [Member]
Group 1
Group 2 [Member]
Group 2 [Member]
Group 2
Group 3 [Member]
Group 3 [Member]
Group 3
Group 4 [Member]
Group 4 [Member]
Group 4
Group 5 [Member]
Group 5 [Member]
Group 5
Group 6 [Member]
Group 6 [Member]
Group 6
Group 7 [Member]
Group 7 [Member]
Group 7
Group 8 [Member]
Group 8 [Member]
Group 8
Group 9 [Member]
Group 9 [Member]
Group 9 [Member]
Group 10 [Member]
Group 10 [Member]
Group 10 [Member]
Group 11 [Member]
Group 11 [Member]
Group 11 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
Derivative, Effective Date
Derivative, Inception Date
Derivative, Expiration Date
Derivative, Maturity Date
Derivative, Fixed Rate
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate
Condensed Financial Information of Parent Subsidiary Guarantors and Subsidiary Non Guarantors [Abstract]
Condensed Financial Information of Parent Subsidiary Guarantors and Subsidiary Non Guarantors [Abstract]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Table]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Table]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Parent [Member]
Parent Company [Member]
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Eliminations [Member]
Consolidation, Eliminations [Member]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Line Items]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Line Items]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets [Line Items]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Current assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Accounts receivable, net
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current
Accounts receivable pledged
Pledged Assets Separately Reported, Finance Receivables Pledged as Collateral, at Fair Value
Inventories
Inventory, Net
Prepaid and other current assets
Prepaid Expense and Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property, plant and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Goodwill
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Other assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Equity investment in subsidiaries
Equity Method Investments
Intercompany assets
Intercompany Assets
Carrying amounts of assets as of the balance sheet date of all unsettled intercompany transactions.
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Current portion of debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Other liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Equity investment in subsidiaries
Equity Method Investment, Underlying Equity in Net Assets
Intercompany liabilities
Intercompany Liabilities
Carrying amounts of liabilities as of the balance sheet date of all unsettled intercompany transactions.
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Shareholders' equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
Liabilities and Equity
MARKETING AGREEMENT
Marketing Agreement [Text Block]
Additional information and disclosure related to the exclusive agency agreement of the entity for certain products.
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Net unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives - tax impact
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Tax
Reclassification of derivatives - tax impact
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) in pension - tax impact
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Tax
Reclassification of pension - tax impact
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, before Reclassification Adjustments, Tax
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Finished goods
Inventory, Finished Goods, Gross
Work-in-process
Inventory, Work in Process, Gross
Raw materials
Inventory, Raw Materials, Gross
Total inventories
Debt Disclosure [Table]
Debt Disclosure [Table]
Debt Disclosure [Table]
Lender Name [Axis]
Lender Name [Axis]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Secured Revolving Loan [Member]
Secured Revolving Loan [Member]
Secured Revolving Loan [Member]
Period [Axis]
Period [Axis]
Period
Period [Domain]
Period [Domain]
Period [Domain]
Fiscal Years Through 2015. [Member]
Fiscal Years Through 2015. [Member]
Fiscal Years Through 2015 [Member]
Beginning Fiscal Year 2016 [Member]
Beginning Fiscal Year 2016 [Member]
Beginning Fiscal Year 2016 [Member]
Short-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Short-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Short-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Short-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement [Member]
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement [Member]
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement [Member]
Senior Notes 7.25% Due 2018 [Member]
Senior Notes 7.25 Percent Due 2018 [Member]
Senior notes 7.25 percent due 2018 [Member]
Securitization or Asset-backed Financing Arrangements, Financial Asset for which Transfer is Accounted as Sale by Type [Axis]
Financial Instrument [Axis]
Types of Financial Instruments [Domain]
Financial Instruments [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Senior Notes - 6.625%
Senior Notes 6.625 Percent Due 2020 [Member]
Senior notes 6.625 percent due 2020 [Member]
Letter of Credit
Letter of Credit [Member]
Short-term Debt [Member]
Short-term Debt [Member]
Senior Notes, 6.625% Due 2020 [Member]
Senior Notes, 6.625% Due 2020 [Member]
Senior notes 6.625 percent due 2020
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
Debt Disclosure [Line Items]
Debt Disclosure [Line Items]
Debt Disclosure [Line Items]
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
7.25% senior notes redemption price
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount
Accrued and unpaid interest
Interest Expense, Debt, Excluding Amortization
Call premium
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt
Unamortized bond issuance costs
Unamortized Debt Issuance Expense
Senior secured credit facilities, maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date
Debt, Additional Maximum Borrowing Capacity With Restrictions
Debt, Additional Maximum Borrowing Capacity With Restrictions
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity, with Restrictions
Senior secured credit facilities, available borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Aggregate face amount of letters of credit outstanding
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Leverage ratio
Leverage Ratio
Ratio used to calculate the financial leverage of a company or to measure its ability to meet financial obligations.
Interest coverage ratio
Interest Coverage Ratio
Ratio used to assses the company's ability to pay interest on outstanding debt.
Debt Instrument, Restrictive Covenants
Debt Instrument, Restrictive Covenants
Maximum Restrictive Payments
Restricted payment limitation
Limitation under credit facility covenants on restricted payments
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement, remaining borrowing capacity
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement, remaining borrowing capacity
Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreement, remaining borrowing capacity
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Long-term debt, fair value
Long-term Debt, Fair Value
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Outstanding Commodity Contracts that Hedge Forecasted Purchases
Derivative Volume Table [Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the volume of the entity's derivatives.
Fair Values of Company's Derivative Instruments
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Effect of Derivative Instruments on AOCI and Condensed, Consolidated Statements of Operations
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes [Table]
Income Taxes [Table]
Income Taxes [Table]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
US Federal Tax Authority [Member]
Domestic Tax Authority [Member]
Foreign Country [Member]
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
U.S. state and local tax authorities [Member]
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Effective tax rate related to continuing operations
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Tax years under examination
Income Tax Examination, Year under Examination
RETIREMENT AND RETIREE MEDICAL PLANS
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]
Marketing Agreement [Table]
Marketing Agreement [Table]
Marketing Agreement [Table]
Marketing Agreement [Axis]
Marketing Agreement [Axis]
Marketing Agreement [Axis]
Marketing Agreement [Domain]
Marketing Agreement [Domain]
Marketing Agreement [Domain]
Monsanto Marketing Agreement
Monsanto Marketing Agreement [Member]
Monsanto Marketing Agreement
Region Reporting Information, by Region [Axis]
Region Reporting Information By Region [Axis]
Disclosure of profit or loss, total assets for each reportable region, and a description of the types of products and services for each reportable region.
Reporting Region [Domain]
Reporting Region [Domain]
A regional component of an entity for which there is an accounting requirement to report separate financial information on that component in the entity's financial statements.
NA Consumer [Member]
NA Consumer [Member]
NA Consumer [Member]
European Union
European Union [Member]
Quantitative Disclosures, by Eligible Item or Group [Axis]
Quantitative Disclosures By Eligible Item Or Group [Axis]
Quantitative Disclosures, by Eligible Item or Group [Axis]
Types of Quantitative Disclosures, by Eligible Item or Group [Domain]
Types Of Quantitative Disclosures By Eligible Item Or Group [Domain]
Types of Quantitative Disclosures, by Eligible Item or Group [Domain]
Contingency A
Contingency A [Member]
Contingency, A [Member]
Contingency, B
Contingency B [Member]
Contingency, B [Member]
Types of Transactions [Axis]
Types Of Transactions [Axis]
Types of Transactions [Axis]
Types of Transactions [Domain]
Types Of Transactions [Domain]
Types of Transactions [Domain]
Additional Renewal
Additional Renewal [Member]
Additional Renewal [Member]
Marketing Agreement [Line Items]
Marketing Agreement [Line Items]
Marketing Agreement [Line Items]
Annual contribution payment
Contractual Commitments Future Minimum Payments Due
Minimum contractual payments as defined in agreement.
Initial consideration for marketing rights
Amount of Deferred Costs Related to Long-term Contracts
Useful life of Marketing Agreement
Deferred Costs Useful Life
The useful life of deferred costs of agreement.
Remaining amortization period of Marketing Agreement
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Remaining Amortization Period
Expiration of current term
Agreement Expiration Date
Agreement Expiration Date
Renewal term
Future Event Period
Future Event Period
Termination fee received except in an event of default by the Company
Gain Contingency On Contract Termination Unrecorded Amount
Minimum amount of gain that could be realized from termination of a contract between the parties.
Termination provision
Contract Termination Provision Term
Termination provisions as defined in contractual agreement.
Termination criteria period
Termination Criteria Period
Termination Criteria Period
Contingency percentage of unit volume sales decline, 2 consecutive years
Percentage Of Net Sales
Percentage of Net Sales
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Operating Activities [Axis]
Operating Activities [Axis]
Operating Activities [Domain]
Operating Activities [Domain]
Continuing Operations [Member]
Continuing Operations [Member]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Global Consumer
Global Consumer [Member]
Global Consumer [Member]
Scotts Lawnservice
Scotts Lawnservice [Member]
Scotts LawnService [Member]
Corporate & Other
Corporate and Other [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges
Restructuring Charges
Payments and other
Payments For Restructuring And Other
The amount of cash paid during the reporting period for charges associated with restructuring charges and other related expenses.
Restructuring reserve, long term
Restructuring Reserve, Noncurrent
Restructuring and related cost, accelerated equity compensation
Restructuring and Related Cost, Accelerated Equity Compensation
Amount of accelerated equity compensation charged against earnings associated with a restructuring plan.
Disclosure, Weighted Average Assumptions For Awards Granted [Abstract]
Disclosure, Weighted Average Assumptions For Awards Granted [Abstract]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Table]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Table]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Table]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Line Items]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Line Items]
Share based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used [Line Items]
Expected market price volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Risk-free interest rates
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Expected life of stock options in years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Estimated weighted-average fair value per stock option
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Net Commission and Reimbursements Earned Under Marketing Agreement
Marketing Agreement [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure related to the exclusive agency agreement of the entity for certain products.
Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract]
Document - Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entities [Table]
Entities [Table]
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Type
Document Type
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Trading Symbol
Trading Symbol
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Stock Options/SARs Activity (Details) [Abstract]
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Stock Options/SARs Activity (Details) [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Equity Award [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Stock Option Program And Stock Appreciation Rights Program (SARs) [Member]
Stock Option Program And Stock Appreciation Rights Program (SARs) [Member]
Stock Option Program and Stock Appreciation Right Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance (shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Granted (shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures
Exercised (shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Forfeited (shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period
Ending balance (shares)
Exercisable (shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement By Share-based Payment Award, Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement By Share-based Payment Award, Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Beginning balance (US$ per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Granted (US$ per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Exercised (US$ per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Forfeited (US$ per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Ending balance (US$ per share)
Exercisable (US$ per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Options, Expected To Vest, Net Of Forfeitures, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Options, Expected To Vest, Net Of Forfeitures, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
The total dollar difference between fair values of the underlying shares reserved for issuance and exercise prices pertaining to non-vested options outstanding, net or forfeitures, that are expected to vest under the plan as of the balance sheet date.
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Options, Expected To Vest, Net Of Forfeitures, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Options, Expected To Vest, Net Of Forfeitures, Weighted Average Exercise Price
The weighted average price at which option holders may acquire shares when converting their stock options into shares for options expected to vest in future periods.
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies, Gross
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies, Gross
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net income
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Impairment, restructuring and other
Restructuring Costs and Asset Impairment Charges
Costs related to refinancing
Costs Related to Refinancing (Non-cash)
Non-cash portion of costs related to refinancing included on the Statement of Operations.
Share-based compensation expense
Share-based Compensation
Depreciation
Depreciation
Amortization
Amortization
(Gain) loss on sale of assets
Gain Loss On Sale Of Long Lived Assets
The excess or deficiency of net proceeds from sale in the period compared to carrying value of long-lived assets as of consummation date of the sale.
Gain on sale of business
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Business
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments, Net of Dividends or Distributions
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquired businesses:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Accounts receivable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Inventories
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Prepaid and other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Accounts payable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable
Other current liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Other Current Liabilities
Restructuring reserves
Increase (Decrease) in Restructuring Reserve
Other non-current items
Increase (Decrease) in Other Noncurrent Assets and Liabilities, Net
Other, net
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets and Liabilities, Net
Net cash used in operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from sale of long-lived assets
Proceeds from Sale of Property, Plant, and Equipment
Proceeds from sale of business, net of transaction costs
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Investments in property, plant and equipment
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Investments in acquired businesses, net of cash acquired
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Borrowings under revolving and bank lines of credit
Proceeds from Long-term Lines of Credit
Repayments under revolving and bank lines of credit
Repayments of Long-term Lines of Credit
Repayment of 7.25% Senior Notes
Repayments of Secured Debt
Financing and issuance fees
Payments of Financing Costs
Dividends paid
Payments of Ordinary Dividends, Common Stock
Purchase of common shares
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Payments of seller notes
Repayments of Notes Payable
Excess tax benefits from share-based payment arrangements
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Financing Activities
Cash received from the exercise of stock options
Proceeds from Stock Options Exercised
Net cash provided by financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Interest paid
Interest Paid, Net
Call premium on 7.25% Senior Notes
Bond Premium Paid
The cash outflow from a payment bond premium related to the repayment of senior debt.
Income taxes (paid) refunded
Income Taxes Paid, Net
DEBT
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Capital expenditures unpaid liabilities incurred
Capital Expenditures Incurred but Not yet Paid
INVENTORIES
Inventory Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Disclosure of Dividends Paid
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Dividends received by parent from subsidiary guarantors
Proceeds from Equity Method Investment, Dividends or Distributions
Disclosure Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Operations [Abstract]
Disclosure - Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations [Abstract]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations [Table]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Operations [Table]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations [Table]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations [Line Items]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Operations [Line Items]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations [Line Items]
Net sales
Revenue, Net
Cost of sales
Cost of Goods and Services Sold
Cost of sales—impairment, restructuring and other
Cost Of Sales, Impairment, Restructuring And Other Charges
The aggregate costs and expenses related to impairment restructuring and other charges related to cost of sales. Generally, these items are either unusual or infrequent, but not both (in which case they would be extraordinary items).
Gross profit
Gross Profit
Operating expenses:
Operating Expenses [Abstract]
Selling, general and administrative
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Impairment, restructuring and other
Restructuring, Settlement and Impairment Provisions
Other income, net
Other Operating Income (Expense), Net
Income from operations
Operating Income (Loss)
Equity income in subsidiaries
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Other non-operating income
Other Nonoperating Income
Costs related to refinancing
Debt Related Commitment Fees and Debt Issuance Costs
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Income tax expense (benefit) from continuing operations
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Income from continuing operations
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Attributable to Parent
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Foreign currency forward contracts
Currency Swap [Member]
Commodity hedging instruments
Commodity Contract [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Other Asset [Member]
Other Asset [Member]
Other Asset [Member]
Prepaid Expenses And Other Current Assets [Member]
Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other Liabilities
Other Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative asset
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset
Derivative liability
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Total derivatives
Derivative, Fair Value, Net
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Title of Individual [Axis]
Title of Individual [Axis]
Title of Individual with Relationship to Entity [Domain]
Relationship to Entity [Domain]
Key Employees [Member]
Key Employees [Member]
key Employees
Board of Directors Chairman [Member]
Board of Directors Chairman [Member]
Schedule Of Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award [Axis]
Schedule Of Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award [Axis]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Axis]
Share Based Compensation Arrangements By Share Based Payment Award [Domain]
Share Based Compensation Arrangements By Share Based Payment Award [Domain]
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Domain]
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Performance Based Units [Member]
Performance Based Units [Member]
Performance Based Units
Deferred Stock Units [Member]
Deferred Stock Units [Member]
Deferred Stock Units
Total share-based awards
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Aggregate fair value at grant (in millions)
Stock Granted, Value, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Wild Bird Food [Member]
Wild Bird Food [Member]
Wild Bird Food
Results of discontinued operations [Line Items]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Net sales
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Revenue
Operating costs
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Operating Expense
Gain on sale of assets
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Assets
Income from discontinued operations before income taxes
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax
Income tax expense from discontinued operations
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Discontinued Operation
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
Income Statement [Abstract]
Gross profit
Impairment, restructuring and other
Income from operations
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
Income tax expense from continuing operations
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
Net income
Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interest
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Basic income per common share:
Earnings Per Share, Basic [Abstract]
Income from continuing operations (USD per share)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Basic Share
Income from discontinued operations (USD per share)
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Basic Share
Basic income per common share (USD per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Weighted-average common shares outstanding during the period (shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Diluted income per common share:
Earnings Per Share, Diluted [Abstract]
Income from continuing operations (USD per share)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Diluted Share
Income from discontinued operations (USD per share)
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Diluted Share
Diluted income per common share (USD per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Weighted-average common shares outstanding during the period plus dilutive potential common shares
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Dividends declared per common share (USD per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship, by Income Statement Location, by Derivative Instrument Risk [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Cash Flow Hedging
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement and Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Interest expense
Interest Expense [Member]
Cost of sales
Cost of Sales [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Amount of Gain / (Loss) Recognized in AOCI
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion, Net
Amount of Gain / (Loss) Reclassified From AOCI Into Earnings
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net
Amount of Gain / (Loss) Recognized in Earnings
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value by Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Fair Value Disclosure
Derivative assets
Derivative Asset
Other
Other Assets, Fair Value Disclosure
Total assets
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure, Recurring
Derivative liabilities
Derivative Liability
Total liabilities
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure, Recurring
Share-based compensation
Tax benefit recognized
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit from Compensation Expense
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Tax benefit recognized for exercise of share-based awards and vesting of restricted stock
Employee Service Share Based Compensation, Tax Benefit Realized From Exercise Of Share Based Awards And Vesting Of Restricted Stock
Employee Service Share Based Compensation, Tax Benefit Realized From Exercise of Share Based Awards and Vesting of Restricted Stock
Noncontrolling interest
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
UNITED STATES
UNITED STATES
International [Member]
International [Member]
International [Member]
Amounts reserved for restructuring and other charges at September 30, 2014
Restructuring Reserve
Amounts reserved for restructuring and other charges at March 28, 2015
Total impairment, restructuring and other
Total Impairment, Restructuring and Other Charges
The aggregate costs and expenses related to impairment restructuring and other charges. Generally, these items are either unusual or infrequent, but not both (in which case they would be extraordinary items).
Restructuring and other charges
Restructuring Reserve Period Expense And Other Related Charges
Amount charged against earnings in the period for incurred and estimated costs associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructurings pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding asset retirement obligations along with other related charges.
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENT INFORMATION
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows [Table]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Cash Flows [Table]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows [Table]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows [Line Items]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Cash Flows [Line Items]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows [Line Items]
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from sale of long-lived assets
Proceeds from sale of long-lived assets
The cash inflow from the sale of long-lived assets.
Net cash used in investing activities
Repayment of 7.25% Senior Notes
Payments For Proceeds From Intercompany Advances From Financing Activities
Payments For Proceeds From Intercompany Advances From Financing Activities
The net cash outflow (inflow) from intercompany advances from financing activities.
Net cash provided by financing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Urea (in tons)
Urea [Member]
Urea [Member]
Diesel (in gallons)
Diesel Fuel [Member]
Diesel Fuel [Member]
Gasoline (in gallons)
Gasoline [Member]
Gasoline [Member]
Heating Oil (in gallons)
Heating Oil [Member]
Outstanding commodity contracts
Derivative, Nonmonetary Notional Amount
Adjustments to reflect inventories at net realizable values
Inventory Valuation Reserves
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Credit Facilities
Line of Credit [Member]
Other
Debt Other [Member]
Debt, Other
Line of Credit Facility [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Less current portions
Total long-term debt
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Aggregate Stock Repurchase Program Authorized Repurchase Amount
Aggregate Stock Repurchase Program Authorized Repurchase Amount
Aggregate amount of common shares authorized to be repurchased through authorized repurchase program.
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Share Repurchases Authorization Expiration Date
Share Repurchases Authorization Expiration Date
Expiration date of authorized stock repurchase program.
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Accounts receivable, allowances
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current
Property, plant and equipment, accumulated depreciation
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Common shares, stated value per share
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common shares, shares issued
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Common shares, shares outstanding
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding
Treasury shares, at cost
Treasury Stock, Shares
INCOME TAXES
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Disclosure - Restricted Share-Based Award Activity (Including Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units) [Abstract]
Disclosure - Restricted Share-Based Award Activity (Including Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units) [Abstract]
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Table]
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Table]
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Table]
Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units [Member]
Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units [Member]
Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Line Items]
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Line Items]
Schedule of Share based Compensation Arrangements by Share based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other Than Options, Restricted Stock Units [Line Items]
Number of units [Roll Forward]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Granted
Vested
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period
Forfeited
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeited in Period
Ending Balance
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value per Unit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Beginning Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Granted
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Vested
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Forfeited
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeitures, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Ending Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR SUBSIDIARY GUARANTORS AND NON-GUARANTORS
Condensed Financial Information Of Parent Subsidiary Guarantors And Subsidiary Non Guarantors [Text Block]
Condensed financial information disclosure presented in accordance with SEC Regulation S-X Rule 3-10, including the financial position, cash flows, and the results of operations of the parent company, subsidiary guarantors and subsidiary non-guarantors as of the same dates or for the same periods for which consolidated financial statements are being presented.
CONTINGENCIES
Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
AeroGrow International, Inc. [Member]
AeroGrow International, Inc. [Member]
AeroGrow International, Inc. [Member]
Business Acquisition
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Fafard & Brothers Ltd. [Member]
Fafard & Brothers Ltd. [Member]
Fafard & Brothers Ltd. [Member]
Action Pest Control, Inc. [Member]
Action Pest Control, Inc. [Member]
Action Pest Control, Inc. [Member]
Growing Media Acquisition [Member]
Growing Media Acquisition [Member]
Acquired growing media company within the Global Consumer segment
Solus Garden and Leisure Limited [Member]
Solus Garden and Leisure Limited [Member]
Solus Garden and Leisure Limited [Member]
General Hydroponics, Inc. [Member]
General Hydroponics, Inc. [Member]
General Hydroponics, Inc. [Member]
Bio-Organic Solutions, Inc. [Member]
Bio-Organic Solutions, Inc. [Member]
Bio-Organic Solutions, Inc. [Member]
ACQUISITIONS
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Due from Affiliate, Noncurrent
Due from Affiliate, Noncurrent
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross
Debt Forgiven During Acquisition
Debt Forgiven During Acquisition
Represents debt forgiven as part of business acquisition
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Aggregate purchase price
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets
Finite-lived identifiable intangible assets, acquired
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Equipment
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Equipment
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets, Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets, Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Goodwill, acquired
Goodwill, Acquired During Period
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life
Business Combination, Acquired Receivables, Fair Value
Business Combination, Acquired Receivables, Fair Value
Inventory, acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Inventory
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities, Accounts Payable
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities, Accounts Payable
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Net foreign currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Net unrealized loss on derivative instruments, net of tax of $2.5 and $2.0, $3.1, and $1.8 respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Reclassification of net unrealized loss on derivatives to net income, net of tax of $1.5, $2.4, $2.1, and $4.3, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
Net unrealized loss in pension and other post-retirement benefits, net of tax of $0.0, $0.0, $0.0 and $0.2, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Reclassification of net pension and post-retirement benefit loss to net income, net of tax of $0.5, $0.5, $1.0, and $1.0, respectively
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax
Total other comprehensive (loss) income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Comprehensive income
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Components of Long-Term Debt
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Interest Rate Swap Agreements
Schedule of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]
Inventories
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]
Summary of Certain Information Pertaining to Stock Option and SAR Awards Outstanding and Exercisable (Details) [Abstract]
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Summary of Certain Information Pertaining to Stock Option and SAR Awards Outstanding and Exercisable (Details) [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
$20.59 - $27.31
Range 1 [Member]
Range 1
$29.30 - $36.86
Range 2 [Member]
Range 2
$38.81 - $49.19
Range 3 [Member]
Range 3
$63.43 - $63.43
Range 4 [Member]
Range 4
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Price, minimum
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Lower Range Limit
Range of Exercise Price, maximum
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Upper Range Limit
Awards Outstanding
Awards Outstanding - No. of Options/SARs
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options
Awards Outstanding - WTD. Avg. Remaining Life
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Awards Outstanding - WTD. Avg. Exercise Price
Awards Exercisable
Awards Exercisable - No. of Options/SARs
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options
Awards Exercisable - WTD. Avg. Remaining Life
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Exercisable Options, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Awards Exercisable - WTD. Avg. Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Exercisable Options, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Awards Granted
Disclosure of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table Text Block]
Total Share-based Compensation Recognized
Schedule of Compensation Cost for Share-based Payment Arrangements, Allocation of Share-based Compensation Costs by Plan [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Schedule of Condensed Consolidating Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Net change in derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Net of Tax
Net change in pension and other post retirement benefits
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
The Intrinsic Value of Stock Option and SAR Awards Outstanding And Exercisable [Abstract]
Disclosure - The Intrinsic Value of Stock Option and SAR Awards Outstanding and Exercisable [Abstract]
Outstanding
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value
Exercisable
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value
Future Earn Out from Sale of Business
Future Earn Out from Sale of Business
Future Earn Out from Sale of Business
Proceeds from Sales of Business, Affiliate and Productive Assets
Proceeds from Sales of Business, Affiliate and Productive Assets
Gain on sale of assets
Segment Financial Information
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Fair Value, Measurement Inputs, Disclosure [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Table]
Derivative Instruments And Hedging Activities Disclosure [Table]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Table]
Urea
Diesel
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments And Hedging Activities Disclosure [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Line Items]
Derivative Assets (Liabilities), at Fair Value, Net
Derivative Assets (Liabilities), at Fair Value, Net
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income, Ineffective Portion and Amount Excluded from Effectiveness Testing, Net
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income, Ineffective Portion and Amount Excluded from Effectiveness Testing, Net
Interest rate swap loss amount expected to be reclassified to earnings during the next 12 months
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Pre-tax price risk gain amount expected to be reclassified to earnings during the next 12 months
Price Risk Cash Flow Hedge Unrealized Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months
Summary of Activities Related to Liabilities Associated with Restructuring and Other Charges
Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]
Disclosure - Performance-Based Award Activity [Abstract]
Disclosure - Performance-Based Award Activity [Abstract]
Financial Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]
Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations
Condensed Income Statement [Table Text Block]
Condensed Consolidating Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Condensed Financial Statements [Table Text Block]
Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows
Condensed Cash Flow Statement [Table Text Block]
Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet
Condensed Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]
Shareholders' Equity
Shareholders' Equity and Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Results of Discontinued Operations
Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Segment total
Operating Segments [Member]
Intangible asset amortization
Intangible Asset Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Amortization [Member]
Impairment, restructuring and other
Impairment Restructuring And Other Costs [Member]
Impairment Restructuring And Other Costs [Member]
Costs related to refinancing
Deferred Debt Issuance Costs [Member]
Deferred Debt Issuance Costs Member
Interest expense
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes
Total assets
Nature of Operations
Nature of Operations [Text Block]
Organization and Basis of Presentation
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Text Block]
Use of Estimates
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Long-lived Assets
Long-lived Assets [PolicyTextBlock]
Disclosure of accounting policy for property, plant and equipment and intangible assets which may include the basis of such assets, depreciation or amortization methods used and estimated useful lives, the entity's capitalization policy, including its accounting treatment for costs incurred for repairs and maintenance activities, whether such asset balances include capitalized interest and the method by which such is calculated, how disposals of such assets are accounted for and how impairment of such assets is assessed and recognized.
RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Post-retirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Post-retirement Benefit Plans [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plan and Other Postretirement Benefit Plan [Domain]
U.S. Pension
United States Pension Plan of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member]
International Pension
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
U.S. Medical
United States Postretirement Benefit Plan of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Service Cost
Interest cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Interest Cost
Expected return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Return on Plan Assets
Net amortization
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)
Net periodic benefit cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost
IMPAIRMENT, RESTRUCTURING AND OTHER CHARGES
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounts receivable, less allowances of $12.8, $17.7 and $7.5, respectively
Total current assets
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $608.7, $593.8 and $597.2, respectively
Total current liabilities
Total liabilities
Contingencies (note 11)
Commitments and Contingencies
Shareholders' equity:
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Common shares and capital in excess of $.01 stated value per share; 61.1, 61.5 and 60.7 shares issued and outstanding, respectively
Common Stocks, Including Additional Paid in Capital
Retained earnings
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Treasury shares, at cost; 7.1, 6.7 and 7.4 shares, respectively
Treasury Stock, Value
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Total shareholders’ equity - controlling interest
Total equity
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity