Gardening is a relaxing and enjoyable form of exercise.

Be sunsmart

Ultraviolet radiation from the sun can start to burn unprotected skin within minutes. Suggestions include:
  • During the warmer weather, garden in the early morning or late afternoon. Avoid the hottest part of the day, which is about 10 am to 2 pm.
  • Wear a long-sleeved shirt, long trousers and a broad-brimmed hat.
  • Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen to unprotected skin, and reapply regularly.
  • Ultraviolet radiation may cause temporary blindness and an increased risk of cataracts.