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