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