Master Gardeners are dedicated volunteers trained in advanced gardening practices who use their knowledge to improve their own gardens and help others thrive. They provide free, research-based horticulture information to our community.

We are proud to highlight our own master gardener, Kathy LeFebre, who contributes her time, expertise, and years of hands-on experience in high-desert gardening. Her services for the community include:

  • Answering home gardening and pest inquiries.
  • Conducting educational presentations and workshops.
  • Consulting at our local community gardens.
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Lincoln County Extension Master Gardening Workshops & Events

Please join us in person or virtually on the last Tuesday of the month to start discovering the secrets of high-desert gardening!
Please note - Some online workshops may be on a different day. Click on each date below to register for our upcoming sessions:

Class Date Instructor Location
Soil Basics 07-28-2026 Kathy Lefevre UNR Extension & Zoom
Become a Nevada Master Gardener
 
 
News Articles, Fact Sheets, Reports...
A Gentler Way to Garden: Low-Toxicity Weed Control
This blog champions a cleaner, safer way to garden—one that keeps weeds in check without relying on harsh chemicals. It highlights simple, effective, low-toxicity methods like mulching, hand weeding, solarization, and targeted natural products that help you protect your soil, your family, and the environment.
 Kratsch, H. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Blogs
strawberry root weevil
Home-Invading Weevils: Identification and Management
Weevils can be a nuisance when they invade your home and garden. While harmless to people and pets, they’re always frustrating. Learn how to identify, manage, and prevent weevil infestations with these practical tips.
 Waaswa, A. 2025, University of Nevada, Reno, Blogs
Salt on soil surface
Managing Soil Salinity: What Growers Need to Know
Seeing white crusts on your soil or stunted crops after irrigation? It may be a salt problem. This guide helps you identify if your soil is saline, sodic, or saline-sodic, interpret test results, and take the right steps to protect crop health and yield.
 Waaswa, A. 2025, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Blogs
Nevada native plant garden.
Nevada Native Plant Nurseries and Seed Suppliers
Here's our comprehensive list of native plant nurseries and seed suppliers for Nevada.
 Jensen, C. 2025, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno

Learn more about the program's team

Iliana Guadalupe Villegas
Iliana Guadalupe Villegas
Program Leader & Contact