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