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