How to Cultivate Pomelos
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for growing pomelos?
A) Cool and mountainous alpine
B) Warm and humid subtropical
C) Cold and dry temperate
D) Hot and arid desert
  • 2. What is the best type of soil for pomelo cultivation?
A) Well-drained, sandy loam
B) Pure sand
C) Waterlogged peat
D) Heavy clay
  • 3. What is the recommended pH range for pomelo soil?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 9.5-10.5
C) 8.0-9.0
D) 6.0-7.5
  • 4. How are pomelos typically propagated?
A) Direct seeding
B) Air layering
C) Root cuttings
D) Grafting
  • 5. What is the ideal time of year to plant pomelo trees?
A) Late autumn
B) Spring or early summer
C) Dry season
D) Mid-winter
  • 6. What is the recommended spacing between pomelo trees?
A) 6-8 meters
B) 10-12 meters
C) 3-4 meters
D) 1-2 meters
  • 7. What is the purpose of pruning pomelo trees?
A) To improve fruit production and tree shape
B) To attract pests
C) To stunt growth
D) To prevent flowering
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for pomelo fruit development?
A) Potassium
B) Phosphorus
C) Nitrogen
D) Calcium
  • 9. How often should young pomelo trees be watered?
A) Only during the rainy season
B) Never, they are drought-tolerant
C) Very sparingly to encourage deep roots
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects pomelo trees?
A) Citrus psyllid
B) Earthworm
C) Praying mantis
D) Ladybug
  • 11. What is a common disease that affects pomelo trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Citrus canker
C) Tomato blight
D) Rose black spot
  • 12. How can citrus canker be prevented?
A) Nitrogen-rich fertilizer
B) Copper sprays and sanitation
C) Ignoring leaf spots
D) Overwatering
  • 13. What is the purpose of fruit thinning?
A) To improve the size and quality of remaining fruit
B) To increase the number of fruit
C) To prevent pests
D) To stunt tree growth
  • 14. When is the best time to harvest pomelos?
A) When the fruit turns slightly yellow and feels heavy
B) When the fruit is completely dry
C) When the fruit falls off the tree
D) When the fruit is still green and hard
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested pomelos?
A) In a warm, humid place
B) In a cool, dry place
C) In direct sunlight
D) In water
  • 16. What is the benefit of mulching around pomelo trees?
A) Depletes soil nutrients
B) Increases soil temperature
C) Attracts pests and diseases
D) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 17. What type of fertilizer is best for pomelo trees?
A) A balanced citrus fertilizer
B) No fertilizer is needed
C) A lawn fertilizer
D) A high-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 18. How can you protect pomelo trees from frost?
A) Remove all mulch
B) Water excessively
C) Wrap the trunk and branches with burlap or frost cloth
D) Prune heavily
  • 19. What is the role of bees in pomelo cultivation?
A) Pollination
B) Pest control
C) Fertilizer application
D) Root aeration
  • 20. What is the benefit of using cover crops in a pomelo orchard?
A) Deplete soil nutrients
B) Attract pests
C) Increase soil acidity
D) Improve soil health and suppress weeds
  • 21. What does 'girdling' a tree refer to?
A) Pruning the branches
B) Wrapping the trunk with cloth
C) Applying fertilizer
D) Removing a ring of bark to promote fruiting
  • 22. What is the purpose of using rootstock in grafting pomelos?
A) To change the fruit flavor
B) To increase fruit size
C) To prevent flowering
D) To provide disease resistance and adaptability
  • 23. Which of the following is a sign of nutrient deficiency in pomelo trees?
A) Dark green leaves
B) Abundant flowering
C) Thick branches
D) Yellowing leaves
  • 24. What is the role of mycorrhizae in pomelo cultivation?
A) Enhance nutrient uptake
B) Cause root rot
C) Prevent photosynthesis
D) Attract pests
  • 25. What is the purpose of windbreaks in pomelo orchards?
A) To attract pollinators
B) To protect trees from strong winds
C) To block sunlight
D) To increase humidity
  • 26. How does proper drainage benefit pomelo trees?
A) Increases soil salinity
B) Prevents root rot
C) Decreases nutrient availability
D) Promotes waterlogging
  • 27. What is the ideal humidity level for pomelo cultivation?
A) 0-10%
B) 90-100%
C) 60-80%
D) 20-40%
  • 28. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Pruning the roots
B) Applying fertilizer
C) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
D) Keeping them in a dark room
  • 29. What is the most important factor in selecting a pomelo variety to grow?
A) Fruit color
B) Leaf shape
C) Branch thickness
D) Climate suitability
  • 30. Why is it important to remove weeds around pomelo trees?
A) To provide shelter for beneficial insects
B) To attract pollinators
C) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
D) To increase soil temperature
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