How to Cultivate Dragon Fruits
  • 1. What type of climate is best for dragon fruit cultivation?
A) Temperate
B) Desert
C) Tropical or subtropical
D) Arctic
  • 2. Dragon fruit is a member of which plant family?
A) Rose
B) Cactus
C) Orchid
D) Citrus
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for dragon fruit soil?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 6.0-7.0
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How are dragon fruit plants typically propagated?
A) Stem cuttings
B) Air layering
C) Seeds
D) Root division
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of a support structure for dragon fruit?
A) To provide nutrients
B) To protect from sun
C) To support the plant's weight and growth
D) To attract pollinators
  • 6. How often should dragon fruit plants be watered?
A) Only during flowering
B) Regularly, but avoid waterlogging
C) Never
D) Only during fruiting
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is beneficial for dragon fruit?
A) High nitrogen fertilizer only
B) High potassium fertilizer only
C) High phosphorus fertilizer only
D) Balanced NPK fertilizer
  • 8. When do dragon fruit plants typically begin to produce fruit after planting?
A) 6-12 months
B) 3-5 years
C) 1-2 months
D) 10+ years
  • 9. What is the typical flowering time for dragon fruit?
A) Morning
B) Afternoon
C) All day
D) Night
  • 10. Which pollinator is most important for dragon fruit?
A) Birds
B) Butterflies
C) Bats and moths
D) Bees
  • 11. What is the ideal temperature range for dragon fruit growth?
A) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
B) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) 0-10°F (-18 - -12°C)
  • 12. How much sunlight do dragon fruit plants need?
A) 6-8 hours of sunlight
B) Full shade
C) 2-3 hours of sunlight
D) Indirect sunlight only
  • 13. What is a common sign of overwatering in dragon fruit plants?
A) Leaf curling
B) Increased flowering
C) Root rot
D) Faster growth
  • 14. What pests commonly affect dragon fruit plants?
A) Aphids and scales
B) Earthworms
C) Bees
D) Ladybugs
  • 15. What is the best way to protect dragon fruit from frost?
A) Water heavily
B) Prune aggressively
C) Cover the plants
D) Fertilize heavily
  • 16. What color are the flowers of most dragon fruit varieties?
A) Yellow
B) White
C) Red
D) Purple
  • 17. How can you tell when a dragon fruit is ripe?
A) Fruit is very hard
B) Fruit falls off the plant easily
C) Skin is still green
D) Skin turns bright and the 'wings' start to dry
  • 18. What is the shelf life of dragon fruit after harvesting?
A) 1 month at room temperature
B) 1 year in the freezer
C) 1-2 days
D) Several weeks when refrigerated
  • 19. What is 'self-pollination' in the context of dragon fruit?
A) Pollination within the same flower
B) Pollination by wind
C) Pollination by water
D) Pollination between different plants
  • 20. What can be done to improve fruit set in self-incompatible varieties?
A) Hand pollination
B) Watering more frequently
C) Pruning harder
D) Adding more fertilizer
  • 21. What is the term for removing unwanted shoots or branches from dragon fruit?
A) Grafting
B) Pruning
C) Thinning
D) Weeding
  • 22. Why is proper drainage important for dragon fruit?
A) To reduce humidity
B) To increase nutrient absorption
C) To attract pollinators
D) To prevent root rot
  • 23. Which of these is a common disease affecting dragon fruit?
A) Leaf rust
B) Powdery mildew
C) Stem rot
D) Black spot
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing dragon fruit?
A) Heavy clay soil
B) Well-draining, slightly sandy loam
C) Waterlogged soil
D) Pure sand
  • 25. How should dragon fruit stem cuttings be prepared for planting?
A) Cover with fertilizer
B) Plant immediately after cutting
C) Allow the cut end to callus over for several days
D) Soak in water for several days
  • 26. Which element is most important for fruit development in dragon fruit?
A) Nitrogen
B) Potassium
C) Phosphorus
D) Calcium
  • 27. What is a benefit of using organic mulch around dragon fruit plants?
A) Attracts pests
B) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) Increases soil temperature excessively
D) Depletes soil nutrients
  • 28. What is the best time of year to plant dragon fruit cuttings?
A) Autumn
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Spring
  • 29. What is the function of the 'wings' on a dragon fruit?
A) Hold water
B) Protect from pests
C) Attract pollinators
D) Help with photosynthesis
  • 30. What is the benefit of intercropping with dragon fruit?
A) Reduced yields
B) Slower growth of dragon fruit
C) Improved soil health and pest control
D) Increased water demand
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