How to Cultivate Passion Fruits
  • 1. What climate is best suited for passion fruit cultivation?
A) Arid desert
B) Warm and humid
C) Temperate with freezing winters
D) Cold and dry
  • 2. What type of soil is ideal for passion fruit?
A) Waterlogged soil
B) Heavy clay
C) Well-drained sandy loam
D) Pure sand
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for passion fruit soil?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 7.5-8.5
C) Above 9.0
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 4. How often should passion fruit vines be watered?
A) Only when the soil is completely dry
B) Never
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Once a month
  • 5. What is the best method for propagating passion fruit?
A) Seeds or cuttings
B) Spores
C) Bulbs
D) Air layering (only under specific conditions)
  • 6. How long does it typically take for passion fruit vines to bear fruit after planting?
A) 1-2 months
B) 3-5 years
C) Never
D) 6-12 months
  • 7. What is a common trellis system used for passion fruit vines?
A) A-frame house
B) Chain-link fence
C) T-bar trellis
D) No support is needed
  • 8. What is the purpose of pruning passion fruit vines?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To stunt growth
C) To promote air circulation and fruit production
D) Pruning is not necessary
  • 9. Which fertilizer is generally recommended for passion fruit vines?
A) High phosphorus fertilizer
B) Balanced NPK fertilizer
C) No fertilizer is needed
D) Pure nitrogen fertilizer
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects passion fruit vines?
A) Ladybugs
B) Earthworms
C) Bees
D) Aphids
  • 11. What is a common disease that affects passion fruit vines?
A) Common cold
B) Malaria
C) Fusarium wilt
D) Anthrax
  • 12. How can you prevent fungal diseases in passion fruit vines?
A) Applying excessive fertilizer
B) Ensure good air circulation and drainage
C) Planting in a shady area
D) Overwatering
  • 13. When is the best time to harvest passion fruit?
A) Immediately after flowering
B) When the fruit is green and hard
C) When the fruit is fully colored and slightly wrinkled
D) When the fruit is very soft and mushy
  • 14. What is the storage life of passion fruit at room temperature?
A) About a week
B) One day
C) Several months
D) Indefinitely
  • 15. What is a benefit of growing passion fruit?
A) Delicious and nutritious fruit
B) Causes soil erosion
C) Produces toxic fumes
D) Attracts dangerous animals
  • 16. Which passion fruit variety is known for its purple skin?
A) Yellow Giant
B) Sweet Cupcake
C) Banana Passionfruit
D) Purple Passion
  • 17. What does 'self-pollinating' mean in the context of passion fruit?
A) The plant needs another plant to pollinate it.
B) The plant can pollinate itself without external help.
C) The plant cannot be pollinated.
D) The plant only produces female flowers.
  • 18. How does planting depth impact the growth of passion fruit?
A) Planting depth doesn't matter.
B) Planting too deep encourages faster growth.
C) Planting too deep can cause root rot.
D) Planting shallow improves root development.
  • 19. What is the purpose of mulching around passion fruit vines?
A) To increase soil temperature
B) To prevent root growth
C) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
D) To attract pests
  • 20. What is the role of bees in passion fruit cultivation?
A) Bees have no effect on passion fruit
B) To pollinate the flowers
C) To eat the fruit
D) To damage the vines
  • 21. What is the sign of nitrogen deficiency in passion fruit plants?
A) Yellowing of leaves
B) Excessive flowering
C) Stunted growth
D) Dark green leaves
  • 22. What does it mean to 'harden off' passion fruit seedlings?
A) Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions.
B) Boil the seedlings.
C) Keep seedlings indoors permanently.
D) Expose seedlings to extreme cold.
  • 23. What is the impact of wind on passion fruit vines?
A) Strong winds can damage vines and reduce fruit set.
B) Wind always improves fruit production.
C) Wind prevents pests.
D) Wind has no impact on passion fruit.
  • 24. What is the best way to control weeds around passion fruit vines?
A) Ignoring the weeds
B) Applying broad-spectrum herbicides
C) Hand weeding or mulching
D) Flooding the area
  • 25. Why is good drainage important for passion fruit?
A) Drainage is not important
B) To promote rapid growth
C) To attract beneficial insects
D) To prevent root rot
  • 26. What is the purpose of scarifying passion fruit seeds before planting?
A) To improve germination rate
B) To prevent fungal infections
C) To make the seeds easier to handle
D) Scarification is not necessary
  • 27. Which nutrient promotes flower development in passion fruit?
A) Phosphorus
B) Potassium
C) Nitrogen
D) Calcium
  • 28. What is the scientific name of the most commonly grown passion fruit?
A) Passiflora edulis
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Citrus limon
D) Mangifera indica
  • 29. What is a sign of overwatering in passion fruit plants?
A) Stunted growth
B) Increased flowering
C) Yellowing leaves and root rot
D) Curling leaves
  • 30. What is the role of potassium in passion fruit plants?
A) Potassium is not needed
B) Promotes root growth
C) Promotes fruit development and disease resistance
D) Promotes leaf growth
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