How to Cultivate Serviceberries
  • 1. What is the genus of Serviceberry plants?
A) Amelanchier
B) Malus
C) Prunus
D) Sorbus
  • 2. What type of soil drainage is best for Serviceberries?
A) Waterlogged
B) Poorly-drained
C) Well-drained
D) Clay-heavy
  • 3. Serviceberries generally prefer which type of light exposure?
A) Filtered light only
B) Deep shade
C) Full sun to partial shade
D) Full shade
  • 4. What is the typical pH range preferred by Serviceberries?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 4.5-5.5
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 5. When is the best time to plant Serviceberry trees?
A) Late spring
B) Early spring or fall
C) Late winter
D) Mid-summer
  • 6. How deep should you plant a Serviceberry tree?
A) Much shallower than the nursery container
B) Double the depth of the nursery container
C) Deeper than the nursery container
D) Same depth as in the nursery container
  • 7. What is the purpose of mulching around a newly planted Serviceberry tree?
A) Retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) Promote rapid growth
C) Increase soil acidity
D) Attract beneficial insects only
  • 8. How often should you water a newly planted Serviceberry tree during the first growing season?
A) Once a week regardless of weather
B) Only when the leaves wilt
C) Never, they are drought tolerant
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 9. Which type of pruning is most important for young Serviceberry trees?
A) Training and shaping
B) Root pruning
C) Heavy fruit thinning
D) Complete branch removal
  • 10. When is the best time to prune Serviceberry trees?
A) Any time of year
B) Mid-summer
C) Late fall
D) Late winter or early spring
  • 11. What is the main reason to prune mature Serviceberry trees?
A) To stunt growth
B) Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches
C) To change the flower color
D) To increase fruit production dramatically
  • 12. Which of the following is a common pest of Serviceberry trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Aphids
D) Praying mantises
  • 13. Which of the following is a common disease of Serviceberry trees?
A) Botrytis
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Rust
D) Anthracnose
  • 14. What can be done to protect Serviceberry fruit from birds?
A) Ignoring the problem
B) Loud noises only
C) Netting
D) Poisoning the birds
  • 15. When do Serviceberries typically ripen?
A) Late fall
B) Mid-winter
C) Early summer
D) Early spring
  • 16. What is the flavor of Serviceberries often compared to?
A) Blueberries and almonds
B) Strawberries and bananas
C) Apples and pears
D) Raspberries and grapefruit
  • 17. Are Serviceberries self-pollinating?
A) Yes, completely self-pollinating
B) Some are, but cross-pollination increases fruit set.
C) No, requires grafting
D) No, require specific pollinators
  • 18. What is one benefit of planting native Serviceberry species?
A) Supports local wildlife
B) Faster fruit production
C) Requires less water
D) Larger fruit size
  • 19. What should be done if a Serviceberry shows signs of iron chlorosis (yellowing leaves with green veins)?
A) Add more nitrogen fertilizer.
B) Amend the soil with iron chelate.
C) Overwater the tree.
D) Transplant to a sunnier location.
  • 20. How can you propagate Serviceberries?
A) Only through grafting
B) Only by transplanting
C) Only through root division
D) Seeds, cuttings, and division
  • 21. What is a common use for Serviceberry wood?
A) Paper production
B) Small tools and crafts
C) Construction lumber
D) Firewood only
  • 22. Besides the fruit, what other part of the Serviceberry tree provides seasonal interest?
A) Bark color only
B) Fruit color only
C) Root system only
D) Flowers and fall foliage
  • 23. Which factor is most important for selecting a Serviceberry cultivar?
A) Disease resistance
B) Trunk size
C) Leaf shape
D) Flower color
  • 24. What does 'chilling hours' refer to in Serviceberry cultivation?
A) The amount of time needed to prune the tree.
B) The amount of sunlight needed for fruit ripening.
C) The number of hours below a certain temperature required for dormancy break.
D) The amount of time needed to water the tree.
  • 25. Why might Serviceberries sometimes fail to produce fruit?
A) Too much watering
B) Too much pruning
C) Too much fertilizer
D) Poor pollination or late frost
  • 26. What is the best way to improve soil drainage for a Serviceberry tree?
A) Amend the soil with organic matter.
B) Add clay to the soil.
C) Apply a thick layer of rocks on top of the soil.
D) Water more frequently.
  • 27. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for Serviceberries?
A) High-nitrogen fertilizer
B) No fertilizer is needed
C) High-phosphorus fertilizer
D) Balanced fertilizer
  • 28. How far apart should you space Serviceberry trees when planting a row or orchard?
A) 3 feet
B) 1 foot
C) Varies depending on the cultivar, typically 10-20 feet
D) 30-40 feet
  • 29. What animals are commonly attracted to Serviceberry fruit, besides birds?
A) Squirrels and chipmunks
B) Frogs
C) Lizards
D) Snakes
  • 30. What is the lifespan of a typical Serviceberry tree?
A) 30-50 years
B) 100+ years
C) 10-20 years
D) 5-10 years
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