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How to Grow Dandelion Greens
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  • 1. What is the best time of year to plant dandelion seeds for greens?
A) Mid-winter
B) Late autumn
C) Mid-summer
D) Early spring or late summer
  • 2. What type of soil is best for growing dandelion greens?
A) Heavy clay soil
B) Sandy, alkaline soil
C) Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
D) Pure sand
  • 3. How much sunlight do dandelion greens need?
A) Only shade
B) No sunlight
C) Very little sunlight
D) Full sun to partial shade
  • 4. How deep should you plant dandelion seeds?
A) 2 inches
B) 1/2 inch
C) 1 inch
D) 1/4 inch
  • 5. How often should you water dandelion greens?
A) Regularly, keeping the soil moist
B) Once a month
C) Never, they're weeds
D) Only when the soil is bone dry
  • 6. When can you begin harvesting dandelion greens?
A) After 1 year
B) Never, they're poisonous
C) About 45-60 days after planting
D) Immediately after planting
  • 7. What part of the dandelion plant is typically eaten as greens?
A) The roots
B) The seeds
C) The leaves
D) The flowers
  • 8. What does blanching dandelion greens do?
A) Reduces bitterness
B) Makes them tougher
C) Makes them sweeter
D) Increases bitterness
  • 9. How do you blanch dandelion greens?
A) Boiling them for a long time
B) Covering them to block sunlight
C) Freezing them
D) Exposing them to direct sunlight
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects dandelion greens?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Aphids
D) Butterflies
  • 11. How can you control aphids on dandelion greens organically?
A) Burning the plants
B) Using harsh chemical pesticides
C) Using insecticidal soap
D) Ignoring them
  • 12. What is a common disease that affects dandelion greens?
A) Root rot
B) Leaf curl
C) None, they are very resistant
D) Powdery mildew
  • 13. How can you prevent powdery mildew on dandelion greens?
A) Ensure good air circulation
B) Watering the leaves frequently
C) Planting in full shade
D) Ignoring the plants
  • 14. What is the best way to harvest dandelion greens?
A) Cut the outer leaves, leaving the inner ones to grow
B) Let the leaves die and then collect them
C) Cut all the leaves at once
D) Pull the entire plant up by the roots
  • 15. How should you store harvested dandelion greens?
A) At room temperature in direct sunlight
B) In a paper bag in a warm place
C) In the freezer without washing
D) In the refrigerator in a plastic bag
  • 16. How long can you typically store dandelion greens in the refrigerator?
A) 1 day
B) 1 month
C) 3-5 days
D) 1-2 weeks
  • 17. What is a common way to prepare dandelion greens for eating?
A) Boiling them until they are mushy
B) Frying them in heavy batter
C) Sautéing them with garlic and olive oil
D) Eating them raw without washing
  • 18. What is a nutritional benefit of dandelion greens?
A) They are low in fiber
B) They contain no nutrients
C) They are high in vitamins A, C, and K
D) They are high in sugar
  • 19. What part of the dandelion *besides* the leaves is edible?
A) Only the stem
B) Only the seeds
C) None of the other parts
D) Roots and flowers
  • 20. Why might you want to choose a cultivated variety of dandelion?
A) They are more bitter than wild dandelions.
B) Wild dandelions are illegal to eat.
C) Cultivated dandelions grow faster.
D) They are less bitter than wild dandelions.
  • 21. What is the ideal pH for growing dandelion greens?
A) Below 3.0
B) 4.0 to 5.0
C) 6.0 to 7.0
D) 8.0 to 9.0
  • 22. What does 'bolting' refer to in dandelion greens?
A) The roots growing too deep.
B) The leaves turning yellow.
C) The plant dying suddenly.
D) Premature flowering, making the leaves more bitter.
  • 23. How can you prevent bolting in dandelion greens?
A) Provide adequate water and avoid excessive heat.
B) Provide too little water.
C) Plant in mid-summer
D) Expose them to direct sunlight.
  • 24. What is a good companion plant for dandelion greens?
A) Radishes
B) Corn
C) Sunflowers
D) Tomatoes
  • 25. What is the primary reason to grow dandelions in a container?
A) To protect them from the sun.
B) To control their spread.
C) To make them taste better.
D) To make them grow faster.
  • 26. What should you do to prepare dandelion seeds before planting?
A) Refrigerate them for 2 weeks.
B) No preparation is usually needed.
C) Soak them in water for 24 hours.
D) Scarify them.
  • 27. Which of these tools is LEAST useful for harvesting dandelion greens?
A) Shovel
B) Gloves
C) Scissors
D) Knife
  • 28. What benefit do dandelions offer to pollinators?
A) They repel harmful insects
B) They provide shelter
C) Early source of nectar and pollen
D) They do not offer any benefits
  • 29. How does nitrogen affect the growth of dandelion greens?
A) Promotes flowering
B) Promotes root growth
C) Promotes leafy growth
D) Inhibits growth
  • 30. What is the best time of day to harvest dandelion greens for optimal flavor?
A) Evening
B) Afternoon
C) Any time of day is fine
D) Morning
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