University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) will hold an information and registration session for the upcoming Spring 2010 Master Gardener Training on Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 6-7 p.m. at the UNCE office in Logandale.

The spring training class begins on Feb. 2, 2010.

Classes will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

There are 24 classes.

The Master Gardener program teaches sustainable desert gardening practices, including proper plant selection and care, disease and pest management and water-efficient gardening.

To become a Master Gardener, an individual must complete 72 hours of horticultural instruction and then volunteer 35 hours on community projects and devote 15 hours to continuing education each year.

UNCE Horticulture staff will detail the training program requirements, volunteer commitment and Master Gardener community projects.

A $100 fee is due with completed applications; scholarships and payment plans may be available.

All interested persons are advised to attend this information session in order to be eligible to enter the Fall Master Gardener class.

Reservations are required and may be made by calling Pam Proctor at (702) 397-2604 or 346-7215, ext. 4, or e-mailing proctorp@unce.unr.edu.