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How to Cultivate Pomelos
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for growing pomelos?
A) Cold and dry temperate
B) Cool and mountainous alpine
C) Warm and humid subtropical
D) Hot and arid desert
  • 2. What is the best type of soil for pomelo cultivation?
A) Heavy clay
B) Well-drained, sandy loam
C) Waterlogged peat
D) Pure sand
  • 3. What is the recommended pH range for pomelo soil?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 9.5-10.5
C) 6.0-7.5
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How are pomelos typically propagated?
A) Air layering
B) Root cuttings
C) Direct seeding
D) Grafting
  • 5. What is the ideal time of year to plant pomelo trees?
A) Late autumn
B) Dry season
C) Mid-winter
D) Spring or early summer
  • 6. What is the recommended spacing between pomelo trees?
A) 6-8 meters
B) 1-2 meters
C) 10-12 meters
D) 3-4 meters
  • 7. What is the purpose of pruning pomelo trees?
A) To improve fruit production and tree shape
B) To stunt growth
C) To prevent flowering
D) To attract pests
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for pomelo fruit development?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Calcium
D) Potassium
  • 9. How often should young pomelo trees be watered?
A) Regularly, especially during dry periods
B) Very sparingly to encourage deep roots
C) Never, they are drought-tolerant
D) Only during the rainy season
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects pomelo trees?
A) Earthworm
B) Ladybug
C) Citrus psyllid
D) Praying mantis
  • 11. What is a common disease that affects pomelo trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Rose black spot
C) Citrus canker
D) Tomato blight
  • 12. How can citrus canker be prevented?
A) Overwatering
B) Ignoring leaf spots
C) Nitrogen-rich fertilizer
D) Copper sprays and sanitation
  • 13. What is the purpose of fruit thinning?
A) To stunt tree growth
B) To increase the number of fruit
C) To improve the size and quality of remaining fruit
D) To prevent pests
  • 14. When is the best time to harvest pomelos?
A) When the fruit is completely dry
B) When the fruit turns slightly yellow and feels heavy
C) When the fruit falls off the tree
D) When the fruit is still green and hard
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested pomelos?
A) In direct sunlight
B) In a cool, dry place
C) In a warm, humid place
D) In water
  • 16. What is the benefit of mulching around pomelo trees?
A) Increases soil temperature
B) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Depletes soil nutrients
D) Attracts pests and diseases
  • 17. What type of fertilizer is best for pomelo trees?
A) A lawn fertilizer
B) A high-nitrogen fertilizer
C) A balanced citrus fertilizer
D) No fertilizer is needed
  • 18. How can you protect pomelo trees from frost?
A) Wrap the trunk and branches with burlap or frost cloth
B) Remove all mulch
C) Prune heavily
D) Water excessively
  • 19. What is the role of bees in pomelo cultivation?
A) Pest control
B) Fertilizer application
C) Pollination
D) Root aeration
  • 20. What is the benefit of using cover crops in a pomelo orchard?
A) Increase soil acidity
B) Attract pests
C) Deplete soil nutrients
D) Improve soil health and suppress weeds
  • 21. What does 'girdling' a tree refer to?
A) Removing a ring of bark to promote fruiting
B) Pruning the branches
C) Applying fertilizer
D) Wrapping the trunk with cloth
  • 22. What is the purpose of using rootstock in grafting pomelos?
A) To increase fruit size
B) To change the fruit flavor
C) To provide disease resistance and adaptability
D) To prevent flowering
  • 23. Which of the following is a sign of nutrient deficiency in pomelo trees?
A) Abundant flowering
B) Yellowing leaves
C) Dark green leaves
D) Thick branches
  • 24. What is the role of mycorrhizae in pomelo cultivation?
A) Prevent photosynthesis
B) Attract pests
C) Cause root rot
D) Enhance nutrient uptake
  • 25. What is the purpose of windbreaks in pomelo orchards?
A) To increase humidity
B) To block sunlight
C) To attract pollinators
D) To protect trees from strong winds
  • 26. How does proper drainage benefit pomelo trees?
A) Prevents root rot
B) Decreases nutrient availability
C) Increases soil salinity
D) Promotes waterlogging
  • 27. What is the ideal humidity level for pomelo cultivation?
A) 90-100%
B) 60-80%
C) 20-40%
D) 0-10%
  • 28. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
B) Keeping them in a dark room
C) Pruning the roots
D) Applying fertilizer
  • 29. What is the most important factor in selecting a pomelo variety to grow?
A) Climate suitability
B) Fruit color
C) Branch thickness
D) Leaf shape
  • 30. Why is it important to remove weeds around pomelo trees?
A) To increase soil temperature
B) To attract pollinators
C) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
D) To provide shelter for beneficial insects
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