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