A) A type of plum.
B) A disease affecting stone fruit.
C) A variety of peach.
D) A hybrid fruit, a cross between a nectarine and an apricot.

A) Hot, arid desert climates.
B) Arctic tundra climates.
C) Tropical rainforest climates.
D) Mediterranean climates with warm summers and mild winters.

A) Any time of year.
B) Late fall after leaf drop.
C) Late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
D) Mid-summer.

A) Sandy, nutrient-poor soil.
B) Well-draining, loamy soil.
C) Waterlogged soil.
D) Heavy clay soil.

A) 8.5-9.5
B) 7.5-8.5
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 6.0-7.0

A) Full shade.
B) 2-3 hours of indirect sunlight per day.
C) At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
D) 4-5 hours of filtered sunlight.

A) 30-40 feet.
B) 3-4 feet.
C) 5-7 feet.
D) 15-20 feet.

A) To increase shade.
B) To prevent root growth.
C) To improve airflow, light penetration, and fruit production.
D) To stunt tree growth.

A) Late winter or early spring before new growth.
B) During flowering.
C) Late fall after leaf drop.
D) Mid-summer.

A) To make the tree more aesthetically pleasing.
B) To prevent disease.
C) To increase the size and quality of the remaining fruit.
D) To increase the number of fruits.

A) During flowering.
B) In the fall.
C) Right before harvest.
D) About a month after fruit set.

A) Only when the leaves start to wilt.
B) Once a month.
C) Never.
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

A) Bees.
B) Earthworms.
C) Aphids.
D) Ladybugs.

A) Rust.
B) Brown rot.
C) Powdery mildew.
D) Black spot.

A) By ignoring any signs of infestation or disease.
B) By practicing good sanitation, pruning, and using appropriate treatments when necessary.
C) By overwatering the tree.
D) By planting the tree in full shade.

A) 2-4 years after planting.
B) 10+ years after planting.
C) Within the first year.
D) 5-7 years after planting.

A) It should be slightly soft to the touch and have a rich color and aroma.
B) It should fall off the tree easily.
C) It should be wrinkled and dry.
D) It should be hard and green.

A) In a plastic bag at room temperature.
B) In the refrigerator for a few days.
C) In a sealed container with no air circulation.
D) In a warm, sunny location.

A) To promote leaf growth.
B) To ripen the fruit faster.
C) To smother overwintering pests and their eggs.
D) To fertilize the tree.

A) In the fall after leaf drop.
B) During the summer.
C) During flowering.
D) In late winter or early spring before bud break.

A) A balanced fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
B) A fertilizer high in nitrogen only.
C) A fertilizer high in phosphorus only.
D) A fertilizer high in potassium only.

A) Every week.
B) Only in the fall.
C) In early spring before new growth begins.
D) Never.

A) A type of fertilizer.
B) A pruning technique.
C) A method of pest control.
D) Joining parts of two plants to grow as one.

A) To change the color of the leaves.
B) To stunt the growth of the tree.
C) To combine desirable traits like disease resistance or fruit quality.
D) To prevent flowering.

A) More than 1200 hours.
B) Less than 100 hours.
C) Varies depending on the variety, but typically between 400-800 hours.
D) Exactly 1000 hours.

A) The amount of water needed by the tree.
B) The number of hours below 45°F (7°C) during winter required for proper bud break.
C) The amount of direct sunlight required.
D) The length of the growing season.

A) To prevent root growth.
B) To attract pests.
C) To retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
D) To compact the soil.

A) Gravel.
B) Organic mulches like wood chips, straw, or shredded bark.
C) Plastic sheeting.
D) Rubber mulch.

A) A few inches away from the trunk.
B) Right up against the trunk.
C) Covering the trunk.
D) Not necessary to keep a distance.

A) Shake the tree to dislodge the fruit.
B) Use a knife to cut the fruit off.
C) Wait for the fruit to fall on its own.
D) Gently twist and pull the fruit from the branch.