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