How to Cultivate Sorb Apples
  • 1. What is the scientific name for sorb apple?
A) Sorbus domestica
B) Crataegus monogyna
C) Malus sylvestris
D) Pyrus communis
  • 2. What type of climate does sorb apple prefer?
A) Temperate
B) Arid
C) Arctic
D) Tropical
  • 3. What is the best method for propagating sorb apple?
A) Seed
B) Layering
C) Cutting
D) Grafting
  • 4. What type of soil is best for sorb apple?
A) Clay
B) Peat
C) Well-drained, loamy
D) Sandy
  • 5. At what age does sorb apple typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 5-10 years
B) Immediately after planting
C) 20+ years
D) 1-2 years
  • 6. What is the ideal pH range for sorb apple soil?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 8.0-9.0
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for sorb apple?
A) Balanced NPK
B) High Nitrogen
C) High Phosphorus
D) High Potassium
  • 8. How often should sorb apple trees be watered, especially when young?
A) Never
B) Rarely, only during extreme drought
C) Regularly, during dry periods
D) Daily
  • 9. What is the main pest that commonly affects sorb apple trees?
A) Deer
B) Snails
C) Aphids
D) Rabbits
  • 10. What disease is sorb apple susceptible to?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Fire blight
C) Rust
D) Black spot
  • 11. What is the purpose of pruning sorb apple trees?
A) To stunt growth
B) To improve fruit production and tree shape
C) To attract more pests
D) To prevent flowering
  • 12. When is the best time to prune sorb apple trees?
A) Autumn
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Any time of year
D) Summer
  • 13. How far apart should sorb apple trees be planted?
A) 20-30 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 50+ feet
D) 1-2 feet
  • 14. What is the typical size of a mature sorb apple tree?
A) 100+ feet
B) 30-50 feet
C) 5-10 feet
D) 1-2 feet
  • 15. What is the color of ripe sorb apples?
A) Purple
B) Yellowish-green to reddish-brown
C) Blue
D) Black
  • 16. How are sorb apples typically consumed?
A) Discarded as inedible
B) Used as animal feed
C) Processed into jams, jellies, or beverages
D) Eaten raw directly from the tree
  • 17. What is a key characteristic of sorb apple fruit compared to regular apples?
A) Brighter color
B) Sweeter flavor when raw
C) Tannic and acidic flavor when raw
D) Larger size
  • 18. What is the role of pollination in sorb apple cultivation?
A) Only required for seed production
B) Irrelevant for fruit set
C) Essential for fruit set
D) Causes deformed fruit
  • 19. What can be done to improve pollination in a sorb apple orchard?
A) Cover the trees with netting
B) Spray with insecticides
C) Remove all other flowering plants
D) Introduce pollinators like bees
  • 20. What is the purpose of mulching around sorb apple trees?
A) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) To prevent root growth
C) To attract pests
D) To increase soil acidity
  • 21. How does sorb apple contribute to biodiversity?
A) Reduces the variety of plant life
B) Provides food and habitat for wildlife
C) Has no effect on biodiversity
D) Attracts invasive species
  • 22. What is the best way to store sorb apples after harvest?
A) Warm and humid place
B) Freezing immediately
C) Cool and dry place
D) Direct sunlight
  • 23. What is the approximate chill hour requirement for sorb apple?
A) 800-1000 hours
B) 1500+ hours
C) No chill hours required
D) 100-200 hours
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of growing sorb apple?
A) Supports local ecosystems
B) Attractive ornamental tree
C) Requires minimal maintenance
D) Provides unique fruit
  • 25. What is a common use of sorb apple wood?
A) Turnery and carving
B) Paper production
C) Construction lumber
D) Fuelwood
  • 26. Which continent is sorb apple native to?
A) Asia
B) Australia
C) North America
D) Europe
  • 27. What is the meaning of 'domestica' in Sorbus domestica?
A) Small
B) Cultivated
C) Mountain
D) Wild
  • 28. Why might a support stake be needed for a young sorb apple tree?
A) To protect from wind damage
B) To accelerate growth
C) To prevent flowering
D) To make harvesting easier
  • 29. How can you tell if a sorb apple is ready for harvest?
A) Slightly softened fruit with easily detachable stem
B) Fruit that falls from the tree on its own
C) Hard fruit that is firmly attached to the stem
D) When the leaves start to change color
  • 30. What role does sorb apple play historically?
A) Used exclusively for ornamental purposes
B) Primary food source for early humans
C) Used solely for animal fodder
D) Traditional ingredient in fermented beverages
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