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