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) Temperate
B) Arctic
C) Desert
D) Tropical and subtropical
  • 3. What type of soil is best for Surinam Cherries?
A) Pure sand
B) Heavy clay soil
C) Well-draining soil
D) Silty soil
  • 4. What is the optimal pH level for Surinam Cherry soil?
A) 6.0-6.5
B) 4.0-4.5
C) 7.5-8.0
D) 8.5-9.0
  • 5. How much sunlight do Surinam Cherries need?
A) Only artificial light
B) Full sun to partial shade
C) Full shade
D) Very little sunlight
  • 6. How often should young Surinam Cherry trees be watered?
A) Never, they are drought resistant
B) Once a month
C) Only when completely dry
D) Regularly, keeping soil moist
  • 7. What is the best method for propagating Surinam Cherries?
A) Seeds or cuttings
B) Grafting only
C) Bulbs
D) Air layering only
  • 8. When is the typical harvesting season for Surinam Cherries?
A) Winter only
B) Harvested year-round
C) Autumn only
D) Varies, often spring and summer
  • 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) Dry and shriveled
B) Hard and green
C) Small and yellow
D) Deep color and slightly soft to the touch
  • 11. What is a common pest that affects Surinam Cherries?
A) Earthworms
B) Aphids
C) Bees
D) Ladybugs
  • 12. How can aphids be controlled on Surinam Cherry trees?
A) Gasoline
B) Bleach
C) Insecticidal soap or neem oil
D) Salt water
  • 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) 2-3 times per year
B) Never
C) Every day
D) Once a month
  • 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) To shape the tree and improve air circulation
B) To stop fruit production
C) To kill the tree
D) Pruning is not necessary
  • 17. When is the best time to prune Surinam Cherry trees?
A) During fruiting
B) During flowering
C) After fruiting
D) Winter
  • 18. How long does it take for Surinam Cherry trees to bear fruit?
A) 10-15 years
B) 5-7 years
C) Never
D) 2-3 years
  • 19. Can Surinam Cherries be grown in containers?
A) Only in greenhouses
B) Yes
C) Only hydroponically
D) No
  • 20. What size container is recommended for growing Surinam Cherries?
A) Medium sized container (5 gallons)
B) Any size container
C) Large container (at least 15 gallons)
D) Small cup
  • 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) Yes, but cross-pollination improves yield
B) They don't produce fruit
C) No, they require a pollinator
D) Only if hand pollinated
  • 23. How can you protect Surinam Cherries from birds?
A) Ignore them
B) Loud music
C) Netting
D) Poison
  • 24. What is a common use for Surinam Cherries?
A) Building materials
B) Animal feed
C) Fuel
D) Jams and jellies
  • 25. Are Surinam Cherry leaves edible?
A) No
B) Yes, they are a delicacy
C) Only when cooked
D) Only in small quantities
  • 26. What benefit do Surinam Cherry trees provide to the environment?
A) Deplete the soil
B) Attract pollinators
C) Nothing
D) Release toxins
  • 27. Which continent is the Surinam Cherry native to?
A) Asia
B) South America
C) Europe
D) Africa
  • 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) No flower
B) Single flower
C) Red flower
D) Many flowers
  • 30. What is the approximate size of a mature Surinam Cherry tree?
A) Up to 100 feet
B) Up to 50 feet
C) Up to 5 feet
D) Up to 25 feet
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