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Cajun cooking is the food of Louisiana USA. The Cajun's are a group of displaced French-Canadians who fled during British occupation and settled at the bottom of the Mississippi River.

Ponds and water features can not only add a sense of relaxation but an instant cooling effect to your garden in the summer months. Water can also attract a wide array of wildlife into your garden, which will add variety and interest. Although ponds often look at their best during the summer months, this is often the time of year when oxygen levels deplete leaving fish and wildlife under stress.

With the summer holidays approaching the time has never been better to get the whole family out and about in the garden. Children can easily become bored and the garden is the perfect way to let them use their imaginations. Whether it is building a den or helping with the smaller jobs they will love the sense of adventure the outdoors can offer.

For many, its the most favourable time of year and if we are to believe the hype about the weather this year, we are in for a scorcher!

More than 70% of people believe spending time in the garden may improve their quality of life, suggests a recent survey for the National Trust.

Gardeners are being asked to give their unwanted or unused electricals a new lease of life during Recycle Week which is taking place between 21 - 27 June 2010.

As the days become warmer you can really start to enjoy your garden. But there are still plenty of jobs that require tending to, to ensure your garden is looking at its very best. You must keep your garden hydrated through the summer months. Pay special attention to vegetables, fruit and young plants as these will all benefit from a good soaking.

Not only do pots and containers add a burst of colour into your garden, but once they have been planted they really only need a little care and attention to keep them looking luscious until the autumn months, which can bring frosts.

The battle between moles and gardeners is a long running one and likely to continue as long as moles and gardeners exist. Moles can spoil lawns and their runs can undermine plants in borders.

Front gardens can often be over looked. They do not offer much privacy so are generally ignored in favour of the rear garden where we tend to sped much more of our free time. Front gardens are a great space. They are seen by passers by on a daily basis and really make a statement about you and your home. Spend a little time titivating your front garden and create a usable and attractive space to make you the envy of your neighbours.