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