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