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