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How to Cultivate Pawpaws - Quiz
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What climate is most suitable for pawpaws?
A) Arctic
B) Temperate
C) Desert
D) Tropical
  • 2. What is the primary method of pawpaw propagation?
A) Cuttings
B) Air layering
C) Seed
D) Layering
  • 3. How many genetically distinct pawpaw trees are required for pollination?
A) Four
B) One
C) Two
D) Three
  • 4. What type of soil drainage is best for pawpaws?
A) Poorly drained
B) Well-drained
C) Sandy
D) Clay-heavy
  • 5. Pawpaws benefit from shade when they are which of the following?
A) Young
B) Flowering
C) Mature
D) Fruiting
  • 6. What is the most common pest affecting pawpaws?
A) Aphids
B) Scale
C) Spider mites
D) Pawpaw peduncle borer
  • 7. What is the typical fruit color of a ripe pawpaw?
A) Bright red
B) Deep purple
C) White
D) Yellow-green to brown
  • 8. When is the typical pawpaw harvest season in North America?
A) Late summer to early fall
B) Late winter
C) Early spring
D) Mid-summer
  • 9. What does 'chilling hours' refer to in pawpaw cultivation?
A) Hours below 45°F (7°C)
B) Hours of watering
C) Hours of direct sunlight
D) Hours of fertilization
  • 10. What is a common grafting technique used for pawpaws?
A) Chip budding
B) Cleft grafting
C) Approach grafting
D) Whip and tongue
  • 11. How long does it typically take for a pawpaw tree to bear fruit from seed?
A) 3-4 years
B) 9-12 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 5-8 years
  • 12. What is a characteristic aroma of pawpaw fruit?
A) Citrusy
B) Tropical
C) Earthy
D) Minty
  • 13. Which of these animals is NOT known to eat pawpaws?
A) Deer
B) Raccoons
C) Opossums
D) Squirrels
  • 14. What is the benefit of planting pawpaw seeds in the fall?
A) Faster germination
B) Natural stratification
C) Increased pest resistance
D) Better root development
  • 15. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for pawpaws?
A) High-phosphorus fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer
C) High-potassium fertilizer
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 16. What does 'stratification' refer to in pawpaw seed germination?
A) Soaking in water
B) Cold, moist storage
C) Scarification
D) Exposing to light
  • 17. What is the function of the 'peduncle' on a pawpaw?
A) Root extension
B) Fruit stalk
C) Leaf stem
D) Flower bud
  • 18. What does it mean for a pawpaw cultivar to be 'self-fertile'?
A) It is resistant to diseases
B) It grows faster
C) It can pollinate itself
D) It requires more fertilizer
  • 19. Which soil pH range is optimal for pawpaws?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 4.5-5.5
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 7.5-8.5
  • 20. What is a benefit of mulching around pawpaw trees?
A) Attracting pests
B) Increased soil acidity
C) Reduced air circulation
D) Moisture retention
  • 21. What is the approximate height of a mature pawpaw tree?
A) 15-25 feet
B) 30-40 feet
C) 40-50 feet
D) 5-10 feet
  • 22. What is the botanical name of the pawpaw tree?
A) Malus domestica
B) Prunus avium
C) Asimina triloba
D) Citrus sinensis
  • 23. Why is it beneficial to thin pawpaw fruit?
A) Shorten ripening time
B) Prevent disease
C) Decrease fruit sweetness
D) Increase fruit size
  • 24. What is the best time of year to transplant a pawpaw tree?
A) Spring
B) Dormant season
C) Summer
D) Fall
  • 25. Which of these elements is crucial for pawpaw growth?
A) Potassium
B) Chlorine
C) Sodium
D) Fluorine
  • 26. What is a sign that a pawpaw fruit is ripe?
A) Very hard
B) No aroma
C) Bright green
D) Slightly soft to the touch
  • 27. Which characteristic of pawpaw roots makes transplanting difficult?
A) Fibrous root system
B) Fleshy taproot
C) Aggressive roots
D) Shallow roots
  • 28. What role do flies and beetles play in pawpaw pollination?
A) Pollinators
B) Soil aerators
C) Pests
D) Seed dispersers
  • 29. What is the benefit of planting pawpaws on a slight slope?
A) Improved drainage
B) Increased sunlight exposure
C) Better soil fertility
D) Wind protection
  • 30. What can happen if pawpaw trees are planted too close together?
A) Better pollination
B) Reduced fruit production
C) Faster growth
D) Increased pest resistance
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