How to Cultivate Sapodillas
  • 1. What climate is best for growing sapodillas?
A) Arctic
B) Tropical and subtropical
C) Temperate
D) Desert
  • 2. What is the ideal soil pH for sapodillas?
A) 4.0 to 5.0
B) Below 4.0
C) 6.0 to 7.5
D) 8.0 to 9.0
  • 3. How much sunlight do sapodilla trees require daily?
A) Indirect sunlight only
B) 4 hours
C) 2 hours
D) At least 6 hours
  • 4. What type of soil drainage is essential for sapodillas?
A) Clay-heavy
B) Well-drained
C) Waterlogged
D) Poorly drained
  • 5. How often should young sapodilla trees be watered?
A) Never water them
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Only when soil is completely dry
D) Once a month
  • 6. What is the primary method of sapodilla propagation?
A) Cutting
B) Grafting
C) Seed
D) Layering
  • 7. When is the best time to plant a sapodilla tree?
A) Any time of year
B) Late spring or early summer
C) Winter
D) Fall
  • 8. What is the recommended spacing between sapodilla trees?
A) 25-30 feet
B) 50 feet
C) 10 feet
D) 5 feet
  • 9. Which nutrient is most important for early root development?
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Nitrogen
  • 10. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for sapodillas?
A) High-nitrogen fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer
C) High-potassium fertilizer
D) No fertilizer needed
  • 11. What is the purpose of pruning sapodilla trees?
A) To prevent flowering
B) Pruning is not needed
C) Shape, remove dead wood, and improve airflow
D) To stunt growth
  • 12. How do you know when a sapodilla fruit is ripe?
A) The fruit is bright and shiny
B) It feels soft to the touch and the skin is dull
C) The fruit is green and hard
D) The fruit falls off the tree
  • 13. What is a common pest that affects sapodilla trees?
A) Bees
B) Ladybugs
C) Earthworms
D) Scale insects
  • 14. What is a common disease that affects sapodilla trees?
A) Root rot if drainage is poor
B) Powdery mildew
C) Leaf spot
D) None
  • 15. What is the purpose of mulching around sapodilla trees?
A) Mulching is not necessary
B) To raise soil temperature
C) To attract pests
D) Conserve moisture and suppress weeds
  • 16. What type of root system do sapodillas have?
A) Aerial roots
B) Deep taproot
C) Shallow root system
D) Fibrous root system
  • 17. At what age do sapodilla trees typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 5-8 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 10-15 years
D) 20+ years
  • 18. What is the ideal temperature range for sapodilla cultivation?
A) 95-110°F (35-43°C)
B) 30-50°F ( -1-10°C)
C) Below freezing
D) 60-90°F (15-32°C)
  • 19. What is a benefit of growing sapodilla trees?
A) They require very little water
B) The fruit is nutritious and delicious
C) They are very low maintenance
D) They grow extremely fast
  • 20. Which of the following is a common sapodilla cultivar?
A) Bing
B) Valencia
C) Prolific
D) Granny Smith
  • 21. What should you do if you notice yellowing leaves on your sapodilla tree?
A) Check for nutrient deficiencies or pest infestations
B) Stop watering the tree
C) Do nothing, it's normal
D) Immediately prune the tree heavily
  • 22. What can be used to control scale insects on sapodilla trees?
A) Bleach
B) Vinegar
C) Salt water
D) Horticultural oil
  • 23. How should sapodilla fruits be stored after harvesting?
A) At room temperature until they ripen
B) In direct sunlight
C) In the freezer
D) Refrigerated immediately
  • 24. What is the role of potassium in sapodilla fruit development?
A) Strengthens the trunk
B) Repels pests
C) Enhances fruit quality and sugar content
D) Promotes leaf growth
  • 25. Why is wind protection important for sapodilla trees?
A) Keeps the trees warm
B) Wind is beneficial for sapodillas
C) Prevents fruit drop and branch breakage
D) Helps with pollination
  • 26. What is the best way to improve soil drainage for sapodillas?
A) Compact the soil
B) Cover the soil with plastic
C) Add clay
D) Amend the soil with organic matter and sand
  • 27. What is the purpose of applying copper fungicide to sapodilla trees?
A) To prevent fungal diseases
B) To fertilize the tree
C) To repel birds
D) To attract pollinators
  • 28. What is a potential consequence of overwatering sapodilla trees?
A) Root rot
B) Drought tolerance
C) Stronger root system
D) Increased fruit production
  • 29. What is the importance of proper air circulation around sapodilla trees?
A) Attracts beneficial insects
B) Reduces the risk of fungal diseases
C) Increases water absorption
D) Air circulation is not important
  • 30. What is the role of nitrogen in sapodilla tree growth?
A) Increases fruit size
B) Improves root development
C) Promotes healthy leaf and stem growth
D) Enhances flowering
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