How to Cultivate Pawpaws
  • 1. What climate is most suitable for pawpaws?
A) Tropical
B) Desert
C) Arctic
D) Temperate
  • 2. What is the primary method of pawpaw propagation?
A) Air layering
B) Seed
C) Cuttings
D) Layering
  • 3. How many genetically distinct pawpaw trees are required for pollination?
A) Two
B) Four
C) One
D) Three
  • 4. What type of soil drainage is best for pawpaws?
A) Sandy
B) Well-drained
C) Poorly drained
D) Clay-heavy
  • 5. Pawpaws benefit from shade when they are which of the following?
A) Young
B) Flowering
C) Mature
D) Fruiting
  • 6. What is the most common pest affecting pawpaws?
A) Pawpaw peduncle borer
B) Scale
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
  • 7. What is the typical fruit color of a ripe pawpaw?
A) Bright red
B) Yellow-green to brown
C) Deep purple
D) White
  • 8. When is the typical pawpaw harvest season in North America?
A) Late summer to early fall
B) Mid-summer
C) Late winter
D) Early spring
  • 9. What does 'chilling hours' refer to in pawpaw cultivation?
A) Hours of watering
B) Hours of direct sunlight
C) Hours below 45°F (7°C)
D) Hours of fertilization
  • 10. What is a common grafting technique used for pawpaws?
A) Approach grafting
B) Chip budding
C) Whip and tongue
D) Cleft grafting
  • 11. How long does it typically take for a pawpaw tree to bear fruit from seed?
A) 9-12 years
B) 3-4 years
C) 5-8 years
D) 1-2 years
  • 12. What is a characteristic aroma of pawpaw fruit?
A) Minty
B) Earthy
C) Citrusy
D) Tropical
  • 13. Which of these animals is NOT known to eat pawpaws?
A) Deer
B) Squirrels
C) Raccoons
D) Opossums
  • 14. What is the benefit of planting pawpaw seeds in the fall?
A) Faster germination
B) Increased pest resistance
C) Natural stratification
D) Better root development
  • 15. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for pawpaws?
A) High-nitrogen fertilizer
B) High-phosphorus fertilizer
C) Balanced fertilizer
D) High-potassium fertilizer
  • 16. What does 'stratification' refer to in pawpaw seed germination?
A) Cold, moist storage
B) Scarification
C) Exposing to light
D) Soaking in water
  • 17. What is the function of the 'peduncle' on a pawpaw?
A) Flower bud
B) Fruit stalk
C) Leaf stem
D) Root extension
  • 18. What does it mean for a pawpaw cultivar to be 'self-fertile'?
A) It is resistant to diseases
B) It requires more fertilizer
C) It can pollinate itself
D) It grows faster
  • 19. Which soil pH range is optimal for pawpaws?
A) 7.5-8.5
B) 8.5-9.5
C) 6.0-7.0
D) 4.5-5.5
  • 20. What is a benefit of mulching around pawpaw trees?
A) Attracting pests
B) Reduced air circulation
C) Increased soil acidity
D) Moisture retention
  • 21. What is the approximate height of a mature pawpaw tree?
A) 15-25 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 40-50 feet
D) 30-40 feet
  • 22. What is the botanical name of the pawpaw tree?
A) Citrus sinensis
B) Malus domestica
C) Asimina triloba
D) Prunus avium
  • 23. Why is it beneficial to thin pawpaw fruit?
A) Prevent disease
B) Decrease fruit sweetness
C) Shorten ripening time
D) Increase fruit size
  • 24. What is the best time of year to transplant a pawpaw tree?
A) Fall
B) Spring
C) Dormant season
D) Summer
  • 25. Which of these elements is crucial for pawpaw growth?
A) Sodium
B) Chlorine
C) Potassium
D) Fluorine
  • 26. What is a sign that a pawpaw fruit is ripe?
A) Very hard
B) Slightly soft to the touch
C) No aroma
D) Bright green
  • 27. Which characteristic of pawpaw roots makes transplanting difficult?
A) Shallow roots
B) Fleshy taproot
C) Aggressive roots
D) Fibrous root system
  • 28. What role do flies and beetles play in pawpaw pollination?
A) Pollinators
B) Seed dispersers
C) Pests
D) Soil aerators
  • 29. What is the benefit of planting pawpaws on a slight slope?
A) Increased sunlight exposure
B) Improved drainage
C) Wind protection
D) Better soil fertility
  • 30. What can happen if pawpaw trees are planted too close together?
A) Increased pest resistance
B) Reduced fruit production
C) Faster growth
D) Better pollination
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