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OCTOBER 2013 HOMES PLUS spring flowers. "Perennials, shrubs and trees can be planted (in) spring, summer or fall, and they will flower regardless," she said. "Some do experience transplant shock when dug out of the ground and may flower less than normal, but all containers flower regardless." She also said some plants are only available in the spring, and residents have to plan now for the best selection. "Planning for spring in the fall is a great idea, because not all trees or shrubs can be dug out of the ground in the fall, so spring has the most selection available," Mueller said. "For example, certain flowering crabapples can only be dug in spring, and so the selection to choose from is much higher then." Computer continued from Page 1 Projects are large and small, from a new patio to a full-blown backyard with a deck, waterfall, trees and shrubs, and a retaining wall. The company focuses on the five counties in the metro Milwaukee area, although a Madison office is now open, too. Residential and commercial properties can be accommodated. In fact, Northouse was recently honored with the BOMA AOMA of Wisconsin – Best Curb Appeal award for work at the Presidio Square Apartments in Milwaukee. BOMA AOMA stands for Building Owners and Management Association and Apartment Owners and Managers Association. Plan now for spring Northouse said even though the leaves are just beginning to fall from the trees, now is the time to think about projects for the spring. "Preparing now for next spring is super, super smart," he said. "Spring is a busy time of the year, and a full-blown landscape design can take four to six weeks to complete." Vanessa Mueller, horticulturist and wholesale sales representative at Johnson's Nursery in Menomonee Falls, said bulbs such as tulips, daffodils, crocus and hyacinths must be planted in the fall for Each design is unique Northouse said every design is different, and the complexity depends on the customer's desires and budget. He said he has not noticed any major trends, other than people like to spend a lot of time outside and want their yards to be appealing. The first step for him is an analysis of the property. Then, he considers the form and function of any new landscaping. The computer model generated includes the buildings on the property. "Sometimes, the home is measured simply for us to design a footprint that we 3 ♦ Additions s ♦ Bathroom s ♦ Kitchen ♦ Basements use ♦ Whole Ho Remodels ♦ Custom Cabinetry 2010 & 2 COTY Aw011 ard R egional R emo of the ye deler ar LLC • TOP 500 REMODELING COMPANY IN 2008 -2011 • LEADER IN NARI DESIGN AWARDS • CONFIDENCE IN 38 YEARS OF REMODELING EXPERTISE See COMPUTER/Page 4 Now In Stock! 650 Armour Road, Oconomowoc • (262) 567-5878 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 – 5:30 • Thurs. 8:00 – 5:30 • Sat. 8:00 – 1:00 2014 SNO-BLOWERS ARE IN STOCK & ON DISPLAY Time to get your sno-blower tune-up for the upcoming winter. Pick-up and delivery available for a charge. 2013 Chrysalis Award Winner 90% + Sub-Contractor Free Big Jim's is a complete service dealer for all models ARIEN'S ZERO TURN in stock "It Makes Sense"!! SHINDAIWA TRIMMERS & BACK PACKS 20 Off 10% Off Sale Price % in stock ♦ Cost Savings ♦ Better Quality ♦ Shorter Completion ♦ Creative Designs NEW Husqvarna Tractors & Chainsaws NOW IN STOCK 262-363-9762 Visit our Website at: www.MukwonagoRemodeling.com 234585003 234501001