Bret Achtenhagen's Seasonal Services

We had an incredible evening at the Wisconsin Landscape Contractor’s Association Awards Banquet, where we were honored to receive a Gold Award for Excellence in Residential Landscape Design and Construction The event was a wonderful opportunity to connect with industry peers, celebrate outstanding craftsmanship, and reflect on the dedication and passion that drive our team every day. A huge thank you to our clients for trusting us to bring their outdoor spaces to life and to our hardworking team for their commitment to excellence. Here’s to another season of creating award-winning landscapes!

We're at the Gateway Technical College Horticultural Career & Internship Fair today, connecting with the next generation of industry professionals! We’re excited to meet future students, share our passion for landscaping and construction, and welcome hardworking individuals to our growing team

?? Training Week Continues! ?? Our maintenance crews are hard at work preparing for the season with hands-on training in spring clean-ups, mulching, plant identification, planting techniques, and more. Investing in training ensures that our team is equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide top-quality care for the landscapes we maintain. A strong start to the season means better results for our clients and healthier landscapes all year long!

Today, our team participated in an in-depth irrigation training session led by SiteOne Landscape Supply and Hunter Industries! From system troubleshooting to optimizing water efficiency, we covered it all to ensure top-notch service this spring and summer. A huge thank you to Brian Haag from SiteOne and Michael Boettcher from Hunter for sharing their expertise—we’re excited to put this knowledge into action! Bring on the green lawns and thriving landscapes! ????

Our Director of Landscape Management, Mike Jakubowski, recently had the opportunity to speak with the Mukwonago Rotary Club about preparing landscapes for a thriving spring and summer season. He shared insights on seasonal best practices, along with an overview of our company’s history and services. A big thank you to the Rotary Club for the warm welcome—we always enjoy connecting with the community and sharing our passion for landscape management!

Thank you so much SiteOne Landscape Supply for the great day of learning!

A huge shoutout to our crews who worked tirelessly over the weekend to keep properties clear and safe! Snow removal is no small task, and we are incredibly grateful for their dedication and hard work. To all our valued customers—we truly appreciate your patience as we tackled the blustery weather! If you need any winter service support, our team is here to help!

We are thrilled to announce that we have won a Gold Award—the highest honor possible—from the Wisconsin Landscape Contractor’s Association for Excellence in Residential Landscape Design and Construction! Our award-winning project, Lake Country Luxe, was a dream collaboration. With a visionary client and a meticulous design approach, we transformed a blank slate into a breathtaking outdoor retreat. Featuring a 20’ x 50’ pool, hot tub, fire pit, grand staircase, guest parking, and dedicated play spaces, this landscape is as functional as it is stunning. From overcoming elevation challenges to designing innovative stormwater solutions, every detail was carefully considered to create a seamless, sophisticated outdoor living experience. The result? A true showpiece in Lake Country—and now, a recognized gold standard in Wisconsin landscaping. A huge thank you to our talented team, incredible clients, and industry partners who helped bring this vision to life. Special thanks to Kyle Kohlmann, PLA for his incredible work on this project. We’re honored to be recognized among the best in the industry!

In this month’s issue of Lake Country Neighbors and BLUE, Bret shares a heartfelt reflection on the magic of nature—past, present, and future. From cherished memories to the inspiring outdoor spaces we create, discover how connecting with nature enriches our lives

We are incredibly grateful to welcome three new outstanding professionals to our team: ?? John Henderson – Landscape Architect ??Alex Mathison – Landscape Design & Sales ??Travis Field – Landscape Design Support Each brings extensive experience, unparalleled expertise, and a passion for excellence. We are thrilled to have them on board and can’t wait to see the impact of their talents on the exceptional outdoor spaces we create for our valued clients.