A) A hybrid fruit, a cross between a nectarine and an apricot.
B) A type of plum.
C) A disease affecting stone fruit.
D) A variety of peach.

A) Hot, arid desert climates.
B) Mediterranean climates with warm summers and mild winters.
C) Arctic tundra climates.
D) Tropical rainforest climates.

A) Late fall after leaf drop.
B) Late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
C) Mid-summer.
D) Any time of year.

A) Heavy clay soil.
B) Waterlogged soil.
C) Well-draining, loamy soil.
D) Sandy, nutrient-poor soil.

A) 4.0-5.0
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 7.5-8.5

A) At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
B) 4-5 hours of filtered sunlight.
C) Full shade.
D) 2-3 hours of indirect sunlight per day.

A) 15-20 feet.
B) 3-4 feet.
C) 5-7 feet.
D) 30-40 feet.

A) To improve airflow, light penetration, and fruit production.
B) To increase shade.
C) To prevent root growth.
D) To stunt tree growth.

A) During flowering.
B) Late winter or early spring before new growth.
C) Mid-summer.
D) Late fall after leaf drop.

A) To make the tree more aesthetically pleasing.
B) To increase the size and quality of the remaining fruit.
C) To increase the number of fruits.
D) To prevent disease.

A) In the fall.
B) About a month after fruit set.
C) Right before harvest.
D) During flowering.

A) Regularly, especially during dry periods, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
B) Once a month.
C) Never.
D) Only when the leaves start to wilt.

A) Aphids.
B) Ladybugs.
C) Bees.
D) Earthworms.

A) Black spot.
B) Brown rot.
C) Powdery mildew.
D) Rust.

A) By practicing good sanitation, pruning, and using appropriate treatments when necessary.
B) By planting the tree in full shade.
C) By ignoring any signs of infestation or disease.
D) By overwatering the tree.

A) 10+ years after planting.
B) 5-7 years after planting.
C) 2-4 years after planting.
D) Within the first year.

A) It should be hard and green.
B) It should fall off the tree easily.
C) It should be wrinkled and dry.
D) It should be slightly soft to the touch and have a rich color and aroma.

A) In a sealed container with no air circulation.
B) In the refrigerator for a few days.
C) In a warm, sunny location.
D) In a plastic bag at room temperature.

A) To promote leaf growth.
B) To ripen the fruit faster.
C) To fertilize the tree.
D) To smother overwintering pests and their eggs.

A) During the summer.
B) In late winter or early spring before bud break.
C) During flowering.
D) In the fall after leaf drop.

A) A balanced fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
B) A fertilizer high in nitrogen only.
C) A fertilizer high in potassium only.
D) A fertilizer high in phosphorus only.

A) Never.
B) Only in the fall.
C) Every week.
D) In early spring before new growth begins.

A) A method of pest control.
B) A type of fertilizer.
C) Joining parts of two plants to grow as one.
D) A pruning technique.

A) To combine desirable traits like disease resistance or fruit quality.
B) To prevent flowering.
C) To stunt the growth of the tree.
D) To change the color of the leaves.

A) Varies depending on the variety, but typically between 400-800 hours.
B) Less than 100 hours.
C) Exactly 1000 hours.
D) More than 1200 hours.

A) The length of the growing season.
B) The number of hours below 45°F (7°C) during winter required for proper bud break.
C) The amount of water needed by the tree.
D) The amount of direct sunlight required.

A) To retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
B) To attract pests.
C) To compact the soil.
D) To prevent root growth.

A) Gravel.
B) Plastic sheeting.
C) Organic mulches like wood chips, straw, or shredded bark.
D) Rubber mulch.

A) Covering the trunk.
B) A few inches away from the trunk.
C) Right up against the trunk.
D) Not necessary to keep a distance.

A) Gently twist and pull the fruit from the branch.
B) Wait for the fruit to fall on its own.
C) Use a knife to cut the fruit off.
D) Shake the tree to dislodge the fruit.