Master Gardeners are volunteers trained to assist the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in reaching its mission to bring relevant, research-based information in horticulture to the public.

Requirements to become a certified Master Gardener include:

• 72 hour training course attendance
• 60 hours of volunteer service in Extension approved activities.

Requirements to maintain certification:

• 30 hours of volunteer service annually in approved activities
• 6 hours of continuing education from approved sources

To learn more about upcoming training classes in Harris County, visit https://harris.agrilife.org/2018/03/09/master-gardener-volunteer-training-program/.