Ready, set, grow: Quick expert tips to get your garden ready

Spring has a way of showing up all at once, and suddenly, the garden is calling. Whether you’re planting a backyard garden or a few containers on a patio, this episode of Cultivating Curiosity will help you start the season with confidence.We’re joined by Heather Kirk-Ballard, assistant professor in the University of Georgia Department of Horticulture and UGA Cooperative Extension specialist in sustainable urban landscapes, for a quick Q&A packed with practical tips to help you get growing.From what to do the moment you step outside to prepping your soil, choosing the right plants, watering wisely and staying ahead of weeds and pests, Kirk-Ballard shares simple, research-backed guidance you can put to work right away.Resources:Composting Basics and Considerations for Growers and LandscapersAESL soil testingUGA Extension Vegetable Planting Chart Georgia Pest Management Handbook - Home and Garden editionContent from CAES:Starting your spring vegetable garden from seedStarting a garden from scratchYour ultimate guide to healthy garden soilGet social with us!Follow CAES on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn and check out UGA Extension on on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest updates.