How to Cultivate Bilberries - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal soil pH for bilberries?
A) 7.5 to 8.5
B) 4.5 to 5.5
C) 6.0 to 7.0
D) 3.0 to 4.0
  • 2. Bilberries are best propagated by which method?
A) Root division
B) Seeds
C) Softwood cuttings
D) Grafting
  • 3. What type of light exposure do bilberries prefer?
A) Full shade
B) Dense shade
C) Full sun only
D) Partial sun to full sun
  • 4. What is the most common pest that affects bilberries?
A) Squirrels
B) Deer
C) Rabbits
D) Aphids
  • 5. What type of fertilizer is best for bilberries?
A) General purpose fertilizer
B) Acid-loving fertilizer
C) High potassium fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 6. How often should bilberries be watered?
A) Daily, regardless of soil moisture
B) Only when soil is dry
C) Rarely, they are drought tolerant
D) Regularly, keeping soil moist
  • 7. When is the best time to prune bilberries?
A) Late fall
B) Mid-summer
C) Late winter or early spring
D) Anytime of year
  • 8. What is the approximate mature height of most bilberry varieties?
A) Under 6 inches
B) 8-10 feet
C) 5-7 feet
D) 1-3 feet
  • 9. What type of soil is best for growing bilberries?
A) Sandy, alkaline soil
B) Heavy clay soil
C) Compacted soil
D) Well-drained, acidic soil
  • 10. What is the primary benefit of mulching bilberry plants?
A) Deters pests
B) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Provides essential nutrients
D) Attracts pollinators
  • 11. Which of the following is a suitable mulch for bilberries?
A) Crushed limestone
B) Shredded cardboard
C) Pine needles
D) Grass clippings
  • 12. What disease are bilberries most susceptible to?
A) Bacterial diseases
B) Root rot
C) Fungal diseases
D) Viral diseases
  • 13. What is the typical harvest time for bilberries?
A) Mid-winter
B) Early spring
C) Mid to late summer
D) Late fall
  • 14. Are bilberries self-pollinating?
A) Partially self-pollinating
B) Fully self-pollinating
C) Not self-pollinating
D) Pollinated by wind
  • 15. Why is good air circulation important for bilberry plants?
A) To help them dry out faster
B) To prevent fungal diseases
C) To encourage pollination
D) To regulate soil temperature
  • 16. What is the best way to protect bilberry plants from frost?
A) Apply fertilizer
B) Cover with burlap or frost cloth
C) Water them heavily
D) Move them indoors
  • 17. How long does it typically take for a bilberry plant to produce fruit after planting?
A) 5-7 years
B) Immediately
C) 2-3 years
D) 6 months
  • 18. What does 'scarifying' refer to in the context of planting bilberries from seed?
A) Exposing the seeds to sunlight
B) Breaking the seed coat
C) Adding fertilizer to the soil
D) Watering the seeds
  • 19. What is the benefit of planting different varieties of bilberries together?
A) Faster growth rate
B) Improved pollination and fruit set
C) Brighter berry color
D) Increased disease resistance
  • 20. Which element deficiency is common in bilberries grown in alkaline soils?
A) Potassium
B) Iron
C) Nitrogen
D) Phosphorus
  • 21. How deep should you plant bilberry seedlings?
A) Shallower than they were in the container
B) Deeper than they were in the container
C) It doesn't matter
D) At the same depth as they were in the container
  • 22. What is the ideal spacing between bilberry plants?
A) 2-3 feet
B) 5-6 feet
C) 6 inches
D) 1 foot
  • 23. What is a common indicator of overwatering bilberries?
A) Excessive fruit production
B) Curled leaves
C) Red leaves
D) Yellowing leaves
  • 24. Why is it important to remove weeds around bilberry plants?
A) To make the plants look neater
B) To prevent them from attracting pollinators
C) To improve air circulation
D) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
  • 25. What kind of water is best for bilberries?
A) Hard water
B) Salt water
C) Chlorinated water
D) Rainwater or dechlorinated tap water
  • 26. Which of the following is a sign of nitrogen deficiency in bilberries?
A) Dark green leaves
B) Pale green leaves
C) Purple leaves
D) Yellow fruit
  • 27. What is the best way to harvest bilberries?
A) By hand, gently pulling the ripe berries
B) By cutting off the stems
C) By shaking the plant
D) By using a mechanical harvester
  • 28. How should bilberries be stored after harvesting?
A) At room temperature
B) In direct sunlight
C) In the refrigerator
D) In the freezer
  • 29. Why is it important to choose disease-resistant varieties of bilberries?
A) To make the plants grow faster
B) To increase the yield
C) To make the berries taste better
D) To reduce the need for pesticides
  • 30. What is the benefit of using raised beds for growing bilberries?
A) Reduced weed growth
B) Improved drainage
C) Faster growth rate
D) Increased sunlight exposure
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