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