How to Cultivate Persimmons
  • 1. What climate is best suited for most persimmon varieties?
A) Temperate
B) Arctic
C) Tropical
D) Desert
  • 2. What is the ideal soil pH for persimmons?
A) 7.5-8.5
B) 8.5-9.5
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 3. Which propagation method is commonly used for persimmons?
A) Direct seeding
B) Grafting
C) Cuttings
D) Layering
  • 4. What is the main purpose of grafting persimmons?
A) To improve soil drainage
B) To ensure desirable fruit qualities
C) To increase tree size rapidly
D) To prevent disease
  • 5. What type of soil drainage is essential for persimmon trees?
A) Clay-heavy
B) Waterlogged
C) Poorly drained
D) Well-drained
  • 6. When is the best time to plant persimmon trees?
A) Anytime of year
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Late fall
D) Mid-summer
  • 7. How far apart should persimmon trees be planted?
A) 20-25 feet
B) 30-35 feet
C) 10-15 feet
D) 5-10 feet
  • 8. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for persimmons?
A) High potassium fertilizer
B) High nitrogen fertilizer
C) Balanced fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 9. How often should young persimmon trees be watered?
A) Never; they are drought-tolerant
B) Daily
C) Only when leaves wilt
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 10. What is the purpose of pruning persimmon trees?
A) To shape the tree and improve fruit production
B) To eliminate the need for staking
C) To stunt growth
D) To prevent flowering
  • 11. When is the best time to prune persimmon trees?
A) Late fall, after harvest
B) Late winter or early spring, before new growth
C) Anytime of year
D) Mid-summer
  • 12. What is a common pest of persimmon trees?
A) Persimmon psyllid
B) Spider mites
C) Cabbage worms
D) Aphids
  • 13. What is a common disease of persimmon trees?
A) Rust
B) Black spot
C) Anthracnose
D) Powdery mildew
  • 14. What causes astringency in some persimmon varieties?
A) Oils
B) Acids
C) Tannins
D) Sugars
  • 15. How can astringency be reduced in persimmons?
A) Applying fertilizer
B) Picking fruit early
C) Washing the fruit
D) Allowing fruit to soften fully or freezing
  • 16. When are persimmons typically harvested?
A) Winter
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Fall
  • 17. What is a sign of ripeness in non-astringent persimmons?
A) Green color
B) Firm texture
C) Small size
D) Deep orange color
  • 18. How should persimmons be stored?
A) At room temperature for long periods
B) In direct sunlight
C) Refrigerated
D) Frozen immediately after harvest
  • 19. What is a common use for persimmon fruit?
A) Making glue
B) Eating fresh
C) Dyeing fabric
D) Fueling cars
  • 20. Which type of persimmon is best for drying?
A) Astringent varieties
B) Very small varieties
C) All varieties are equally good
D) Non-astringent varieties
  • 21. What benefit does mulching provide for persimmon trees?
A) Increases soil pH
B) Attracts pollinators
C) Deters birds
D) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 22. Why is staking important for young persimmon trees?
A) To provide support and prevent wind damage
B) To make the tree easier to prune
C) To deter pests
D) To encourage faster growth
  • 23. What is the chilling requirement for many persimmon varieties?
A) A consistent 1000 hours
B) Extremely high chilling requirement
C) No chilling requirement
D) Varies by variety
  • 24. What is the purpose of thinning fruit on a persimmon tree?
A) To improve fruit size and quality
B) To prevent the tree from fruiting
C) To attract more pollinators
D) To make harvesting easier
  • 25. What is a 'self-fruitful' persimmon tree?
A) A tree that only produces male flowers
B) A tree that only grows in full sun
C) A tree that can produce fruit without pollination from another tree
D) A tree that requires constant watering
  • 26. What is the benefit of using a persimmon rootstock?
A) Faster fruit production
B) Improved disease resistance and adaptability
C) Increased fruit size
D) Elimination of the need for pruning
  • 27. Which of the following is a common method of protecting persimmon trees from frost?
A) Wrapping the trunk
B) Removing all the leaves
C) Applying fertilizer
D) Watering heavily
  • 28. What should be done if a persimmon tree is not producing fruit?
A) Overwater the tree
B) Apply herbicide
C) Ensure proper pollination and address any nutrient deficiencies
D) Remove the tree immediately
  • 29. Why are persimmon fruits sometimes covered with netting?
A) To prevent disease
B) To help them ripen faster
C) To protect them from birds and other animals
D) To keep them warm
  • 30. What is the main difference between American and Asian persimmon varieties?
A) Soil preference
B) Water requirements
C) Pruning needs
D) Fruit size and cold hardiness
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