How to Grow Dandelion Greens
  • 1. What is the best time of year to plant dandelion seeds for greens?
A) Mid-winter
B) Mid-summer
C) Early spring or late summer
D) Late autumn
  • 2. What type of soil is best for growing dandelion greens?
A) Pure sand
B) Sandy, alkaline soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
  • 3. How much sunlight do dandelion greens need?
A) Very little sunlight
B) No sunlight
C) Full sun to partial shade
D) Only shade
  • 4. How deep should you plant dandelion seeds?
A) 2 inches
B) 1/2 inch
C) 1 inch
D) 1/4 inch
  • 5. How often should you water dandelion greens?
A) Never, they're weeds
B) Regularly, keeping the soil moist
C) Once a month
D) Only when the soil is bone dry
  • 6. When can you begin harvesting dandelion greens?
A) About 45-60 days after planting
B) Immediately after planting
C) After 1 year
D) Never, they're poisonous
  • 7. What part of the dandelion plant is typically eaten as greens?
A) The flowers
B) The leaves
C) The roots
D) The seeds
  • 8. What does blanching dandelion greens do?
A) Increases bitterness
B) Reduces bitterness
C) Makes them tougher
D) Makes them sweeter
  • 9. How do you blanch dandelion greens?
A) Covering them to block sunlight
B) Freezing them
C) Exposing them to direct sunlight
D) Boiling them for a long time
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects dandelion greens?
A) Aphids
B) Earthworms
C) Butterflies
D) Ladybugs
  • 11. How can you control aphids on dandelion greens organically?
A) Using harsh chemical pesticides
B) Burning the plants
C) Ignoring them
D) Using insecticidal soap
  • 12. What is a common disease that affects dandelion greens?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Root rot
C) Leaf curl
D) None, they are very resistant
  • 13. How can you prevent powdery mildew on dandelion greens?
A) Planting in full shade
B) Ignoring the plants
C) Watering the leaves frequently
D) Ensure good air circulation
  • 14. What is the best way to harvest dandelion greens?
A) Pull the entire plant up by the roots
B) Cut all the leaves at once
C) Cut the outer leaves, leaving the inner ones to grow
D) Let the leaves die and then collect them
  • 15. How should you store harvested dandelion greens?
A) In the refrigerator in a plastic bag
B) In a paper bag in a warm place
C) At room temperature in direct sunlight
D) In the freezer without washing
  • 16. How long can you typically store dandelion greens in the refrigerator?
A) 3-5 days
B) 1 day
C) 1 month
D) 1-2 weeks
  • 17. What is a common way to prepare dandelion greens for eating?
A) Sautéing them with garlic and olive oil
B) Eating them raw without washing
C) Boiling them until they are mushy
D) Frying them in heavy batter
  • 18. What is a nutritional benefit of dandelion greens?
A) They are high in sugar
B) They are low in fiber
C) They are high in vitamins A, C, and K
D) They contain no nutrients
  • 19. What part of the dandelion *besides* the leaves is edible?
A) Only the seeds
B) Roots and flowers
C) None of the other parts
D) Only the stem
  • 20. Why might you want to choose a cultivated variety of dandelion?
A) They are more bitter than wild dandelions.
B) Cultivated dandelions grow faster.
C) They are less bitter than wild dandelions.
D) Wild dandelions are illegal to eat.
  • 21. What is the ideal pH for growing dandelion greens?
A) 6.0 to 7.0
B) 4.0 to 5.0
C) 8.0 to 9.0
D) Below 3.0
  • 22. What does 'bolting' refer to in dandelion greens?
A) Premature flowering, making the leaves more bitter.
B) The plant dying suddenly.
C) The roots growing too deep.
D) The leaves turning yellow.
  • 23. How can you prevent bolting in dandelion greens?
A) Plant in mid-summer
B) Provide adequate water and avoid excessive heat.
C) Provide too little water.
D) Expose them to direct sunlight.
  • 24. What is a good companion plant for dandelion greens?
A) Corn
B) Sunflowers
C) Tomatoes
D) Radishes
  • 25. What is the primary reason to grow dandelions in a container?
A) To make them taste better.
B) To protect them from the sun.
C) To control their spread.
D) To make them grow faster.
  • 26. What should you do to prepare dandelion seeds before planting?
A) Scarify them.
B) Refrigerate them for 2 weeks.
C) No preparation is usually needed.
D) Soak them in water for 24 hours.
  • 27. Which of these tools is LEAST useful for harvesting dandelion greens?
A) Gloves
B) Scissors
C) Knife
D) Shovel
  • 28. What benefit do dandelions offer to pollinators?
A) They do not offer any benefits
B) They provide shelter
C) Early source of nectar and pollen
D) They repel harmful insects
  • 29. How does nitrogen affect the growth of dandelion greens?
A) Promotes leafy growth
B) Promotes root growth
C) Inhibits growth
D) Promotes flowering
  • 30. What is the best time of day to harvest dandelion greens for optimal flavor?
A) Afternoon
B) Any time of day is fine
C) Morning
D) Evening
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