How to Cultivate Surinam Cherries
  • 1. What is the botanical name for Surinam Cherry?
A) Malpighia emarginata
B) Citrus sinensis
C) Eugenia uniflora
D) Prunus avium
  • 2. In which climate zone do Surinam Cherries typically thrive?
A) Tropical and subtropical
B) Temperate
C) Desert
D) Arctic
  • 3. What type of soil is best for Surinam Cherries?
A) Silty soil
B) Pure sand
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Well-draining soil
  • 4. What is the optimal pH level for Surinam Cherry soil?
A) 6.0-6.5
B) 8.5-9.0
C) 7.5-8.0
D) 4.0-4.5
  • 5. How much sunlight do Surinam Cherries need?
A) Only artificial light
B) Very little sunlight
C) Full shade
D) Full sun to partial shade
  • 6. How often should young Surinam Cherry trees be watered?
A) Once a month
B) Regularly, keeping soil moist
C) Only when completely dry
D) Never, they are drought resistant
  • 7. What is the best method for propagating Surinam Cherries?
A) Bulbs
B) Seeds or cuttings
C) Grafting only
D) Air layering only
  • 8. When is the typical harvesting season for Surinam Cherries?
A) Harvested year-round
B) Winter only
C) Varies, often spring and summer
D) Autumn only
  • 9. What color are ripe Surinam Cherries?
A) Deep red to almost black
B) Yellow
C) Green
D) Blue
  • 10. How can you tell if a Surinam Cherry is ripe?
A) Hard and green
B) Dry and shriveled
C) Small and yellow
D) Deep color and slightly soft to the touch
  • 11. What is a common pest that affects Surinam Cherries?
A) Bees
B) Ladybugs
C) Earthworms
D) Aphids
  • 12. How can aphids be controlled on Surinam Cherry trees?
A) Salt water
B) Insecticidal soap or neem oil
C) Bleach
D) Gasoline
  • 13. What is a common disease that can affect Surinam Cherries?
A) Measles
B) Anthracnose
C) COVID-19
D) Common Cold
  • 14. How often should Surinam Cherry trees be fertilized?
A) Every day
B) Once a month
C) Never
D) 2-3 times per year
  • 15. What type of fertilizer is recommended for Surinam Cherries?
A) Just compost
B) High phosphorus fertilizer
C) Balanced fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 16. Why is pruning important for Surinam Cherry trees?
A) Pruning is not necessary
B) To kill the tree
C) To stop fruit production
D) To shape the tree and improve air circulation
  • 17. When is the best time to prune Surinam Cherry trees?
A) During flowering
B) During fruiting
C) After fruiting
D) Winter
  • 18. How long does it take for Surinam Cherry trees to bear fruit?
A) 10-15 years
B) Never
C) 2-3 years
D) 5-7 years
  • 19. Can Surinam Cherries be grown in containers?
A) No
B) Yes
C) Only in greenhouses
D) Only hydroponically
  • 20. What size container is recommended for growing Surinam Cherries?
A) Medium sized container (5 gallons)
B) Small cup
C) Large container (at least 15 gallons)
D) Any size container
  • 21. What should be used as drainage material when container growing?
A) Nothing
B) Newspaper
C) Gravel or broken pottery
D) Plastic wrap
  • 22. Are Surinam Cherries self-pollinating?
A) Only if hand pollinated
B) Yes, but cross-pollination improves yield
C) No, they require a pollinator
D) They don't produce fruit
  • 23. How can you protect Surinam Cherries from birds?
A) Poison
B) Netting
C) Loud music
D) Ignore them
  • 24. What is a common use for Surinam Cherries?
A) Jams and jellies
B) Building materials
C) Animal feed
D) Fuel
  • 25. Are Surinam Cherry leaves edible?
A) Only in small quantities
B) Only when cooked
C) No
D) Yes, they are a delicacy
  • 26. What benefit do Surinam Cherry trees provide to the environment?
A) Attract pollinators
B) Nothing
C) Deplete the soil
D) Release toxins
  • 27. Which continent is the Surinam Cherry native to?
A) Asia
B) Africa
C) South America
D) Europe
  • 28. What is the taste of Surinam Cherries often described as?
A) Savory
B) Extremely bitter
C) Sweet-tart
D) Bland
  • 29. What does 'uniflora' refer to in the botanical name?
A) Many flowers
B) Red flower
C) Single flower
D) No flower
  • 30. What is the approximate size of a mature Surinam Cherry tree?
A) Up to 100 feet
B) Up to 25 feet
C) Up to 5 feet
D) Up to 50 feet
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