How to Grow Snow Peas
  • 1. What is the ideal soil pH for snow peas?
A) 6.0 - 7.5
B) Below 4.0
C) 4.5 - 5.5
D) 8.0 - 9.0
  • 2. Snow peas are best planted in which season?
A) Mid-Summer
B) Early Spring or Late Summer
C) Late Fall
D) Mid-Winter
  • 3. What is the primary benefit of adding compost to the soil before planting snow peas?
A) Improves drainage and adds nutrients
B) Inhibits root growth
C) Decreases drainage and adds acidity
D) Attracts pests and increases alkalinity
  • 4. How deep should snow pea seeds be planted?
A) 1/4 inch
B) 3 inches
C) 6 inches
D) 1 inch
  • 5. What is essential for snow peas to climb and thrive?
A) Regular pruning
B) Shade cloth
C) Heavy fertilization
D) Trellis or support system
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects snow peas?
A) Earthworms
B) Bees
C) Aphids
D) Ladybugs
  • 7. How often should snow peas be watered?
A) Very infrequently
B) Regularly, keeping soil consistently moist
C) Daily flooding
D) Only when soil is completely dry
  • 8. What part of the snow pea plant is typically eaten?
A) Only the leaves
B) Only the roots
C) Pod and peas
D) Only the peas
  • 9. When are snow peas typically ready for harvest?
A) 90-100 days after planting
B) 50-60 days after planting
C) 20-30 days after planting
D) Immediately after planting
  • 10. What is a sign that snow peas are ready to harvest?
A) The plant stops flowering
B) The pods are yellow and shriveled
C) The leaves turn brown
D) The pods are plump and bright green
  • 11. What is the benefit of harvesting snow peas regularly?
A) Encourages continued production
B) Kills the plant
C) Stops plant growth
D) Changes the flavor
  • 12. What type of fertilizer is best for snow peas?
A) Any general-purpose fertilizer
B) High nitrogen fertilizer
C) Low nitrogen fertilizer
D) No fertilizer needed
  • 13. How far apart should snow pea plants be spaced when planting?
A) 2-3 inches
B) 12-18 inches
C) 1 foot
D) 6 inches
  • 14. What disease can affect snow peas?
A) Root rot
B) Leaf scorch
C) Powdery mildew
D) None
  • 15. What is the best way to prevent powdery mildew?
A) Adding salt to the soil
B) Good air circulation
C) Overwatering
D) Planting in shade
  • 16. What is the scientific name for snow peas?
A) Cucurbita pepo
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Pisum sativum var. saccharatum
  • 17. What is the impact of crop rotation on snow pea planting?
A) Damages future crops
B) Does not matter for snow peas
C) Always beneficial
D) Helps prevent soilborne diseases
  • 18. What are the benefits of companion planting with snow peas?
A) Slows growth
B) Deters pests or attracts pollinators
C) Decreases yield
D) Kills nearby plants
  • 19. What is the best way to store harvested snow peas?
A) At room temperature in a bowl of water
B) In a freezer without any preparation
C) In direct sunlight
D) In the refrigerator in a plastic bag
  • 20. What climate do snow peas grow best in?
A) Cool weather
B) Tropical weather
C) Extremely cold weather
D) Hot weather
  • 21. What is the best time of day to water snow peas?
A) Midday
B) Any time of day is fine
C) Early morning
D) Late afternoon
  • 22. What is the term for allowing seeds to dry in the pod for planting next year?
A) Seed composting
B) Seed burning
C) Seed destruction
D) Seed saving
  • 23. How can you tell if your snow pea seeds are viable before planting?
A) Smell of the seeds
B) Size of the seeds
C) Germination test
D) Color of the seeds
  • 24. Which of these is NOT a common use for snow peas?
A) Salads
B) Snacks
C) Stir-fries
D) Making pea flour
  • 25. What is 'inoculation' in the context of snow pea planting?
A) Adding water
B) Adding fertilizer
C) Adding nitrogen-fixing bacteria to the soil
D) Adding salt
  • 26. Why is crop rotation important when planting snow peas?
A) Makes the snow peas sweeter
B) Helps replenish soil nutrients
C) Doesn't matter where you plant snow peas
D) Improves soil pH
  • 27. What is the main purpose of providing a trellis for snow peas?
A) Adds nutrients to the soil
B) Provides shade
C) Prevents pests
D) Supports vertical growth
  • 28. What type of soil is NOT suitable for snow peas?
A) Loamy soil
B) Slightly acidic soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 29. Which of these nutrients is most important for snow pea growth?
A) Calcium
B) Nitrogen
C) Phosphorus
D) Potassium
  • 30. Why should you avoid overhead watering of snow peas?
A) Can promote fungal diseases
B) Causes soil erosion
C) Washes away fertilizer
D) Doesn't matter how you water them
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