How to Grow Artichokes - Exam
  • 1. What climate do artichokes prefer?
A) Hot, humid climates
B) Desert climates
C) Arctic climates
D) Mild winters and cool summers
  • 2. Artichokes are technically what part of the plant?
A) Root
B) Flower bud
C) Stem
D) Fruit
  • 3. What type of soil do artichokes thrive in?
A) Clay soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Poorly drained soil
D) Well-drained, fertile soil
  • 4. How should artichokes be planted?
A) Directly into the ground
B) In mounds or raised beds
C) In a swampy area
D) In a shady area
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between artichoke plants?
A) 4-6 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 10-12 feet
D) 6-12 inches
  • 6. How often should artichokes be watered?
A) Never water them
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Only when the leaves wilt
D) Once a month
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is best for artichokes?
A) High in potassium
B) No fertilizer needed
C) High in nitrogen and phosphorus
D) Low in all nutrients
  • 8. When do artichokes typically produce their first harvest?
A) Third year after planting
B) First year after planting
C) Second year after planting
D) Never produce
  • 9. What is the best time to harvest artichokes?
A) Before the bracts begin to open
B) After the bracts fully open
C) When the artichoke is very large and tough
D) When the artichoke is very small
  • 10. How should artichokes be harvested?
A) Cut the stem with a sharp knife
B) Dig up the entire plant
C) Twist the artichoke off
D) Pull the artichoke off the plant
  • 11. What is a common pest that affects artichokes?
A) Earthworms
B) Aphids
C) Ladybugs
D) Bees
  • 12. How can aphids be controlled on artichokes?
A) Bleach
B) Just ignoring them
C) Insecticidal soap or neem oil
D) Vinegar
  • 13. What is a common disease that affects artichokes?
A) Powdery Mildew
B) Botrytis blight
C) Blossom-end rot
D) Root Rot
  • 14. How can botrytis blight be prevented?
A) Proper spacing and ventilation
B) Planting in full shade
C) Overwatering
D) Never pruning
  • 15. How should artichoke plants be prepared for winter in cold climates?
A) Cut back and mulch heavily
B) Leave them as is
C) Spray with herbicide
D) Move them indoors
  • 16. What is the purpose of 'chilling' artichoke plants?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To encourage bud formation
C) To kill pests
D) To make the plant stronger
  • 17. Where are artichokes believed to have originated?
A) South America
B) Asia
C) North America
D) Mediterranean region
  • 18. Which part of the artichoke is commonly eaten?
A) The heart and the base of the bracts
B) The roots only
C) The leaves only
D) The stem only
  • 19. What does 'forcing' artichokes mean?
A) Encouraging early bud development
B) Never watering them
C) Allowing them to grow naturally
D) Planting in poor soil
  • 20. What is a good companion plant for artichokes?
A) Carrots
B) Legumes (like beans or peas)
C) Tomatoes
D) Sunflowers
  • 21. What is the main benefit of companion planting with legumes?
A) Increased soil acidity
B) Pest attraction
C) Shade for the artichokes
D) Nitrogen fixation in the soil
  • 22. Why should you rotate artichoke crops?
A) To attract more pollinators
B) Artichokes do not need crop rotation
C) To increase sunlight exposure
D) To prevent soil depletion and disease build-up
  • 23. What is a common method of propagating artichokes?
A) Leaf cuttings
B) Grafting
C) Seeds only
D) Root divisions or offshoots
  • 24. When dividing artichoke plants, what should you look for?
A) Small, weak offshoots
B) Healthy, well-rooted offshoots
C) The main plant stem
D) Offshoots with no roots
  • 25. What is the role of pruning in artichoke cultivation?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To improve air circulation and remove dead foliage
C) To reduce fruit size
D) Artichokes don't need pruning
  • 26. What does 'blanching' artichokes refer to?
A) Exposing them to direct sunlight
B) Boiling them before planting
C) A technique to whiten the bracts
D) Freezing them for storage
  • 27. What is the typical height of a mature artichoke plant?
A) 6-8 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 3-4 feet
D) Under 1 foot
  • 28. How long can an artichoke plant live?
A) 1 year
B) 20+ years
C) 5-10 years
D) 2-3 years
  • 29. What is the benefit of using organic mulch around artichokes?
A) Increases soil acidity
B) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) Provides no benefit
D) Attracts pests
  • 30. What is 'bolting' in artichokes?
A) Stem elongation
B) Premature flowering
C) Root rot
D) Leaf discoloration
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