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How to Cultivate Persimmons
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  • 1. What climate is best suited for most persimmon varieties?
A) Tropical
B) Temperate
C) Arctic
D) Desert
  • 2. What is the ideal soil pH for persimmons?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 7.5-8.5
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 3. Which propagation method is commonly used for persimmons?
A) Direct seeding
B) Grafting
C) Cuttings
D) Layering
  • 4. What is the main purpose of grafting persimmons?
A) To improve soil drainage
B) To prevent disease
C) To increase tree size rapidly
D) To ensure desirable fruit qualities
  • 5. What type of soil drainage is essential for persimmon trees?
A) Well-drained
B) Poorly drained
C) Waterlogged
D) Clay-heavy
  • 6. When is the best time to plant persimmon trees?
A) Anytime of year
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Mid-summer
D) Late fall
  • 7. How far apart should persimmon trees be planted?
A) 30-35 feet
B) 10-15 feet
C) 5-10 feet
D) 20-25 feet
  • 8. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for persimmons?
A) High nitrogen fertilizer
B) High potassium fertilizer
C) Balanced fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 9. How often should young persimmon trees be watered?
A) Never; they are drought-tolerant
B) Only when leaves wilt
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Daily
  • 10. What is the purpose of pruning persimmon trees?
A) To stunt growth
B) To eliminate the need for staking
C) To shape the tree and improve fruit production
D) To prevent flowering
  • 11. When is the best time to prune persimmon trees?
A) Late winter or early spring, before new growth
B) Anytime of year
C) Late fall, after harvest
D) Mid-summer
  • 12. What is a common pest of persimmon trees?
A) Aphids
B) Spider mites
C) Cabbage worms
D) Persimmon psyllid
  • 13. What is a common disease of persimmon trees?
A) Rust
B) Anthracnose
C) Black spot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 14. What causes astringency in some persimmon varieties?
A) Sugars
B) Acids
C) Oils
D) Tannins
  • 15. How can astringency be reduced in persimmons?
A) Picking fruit early
B) Washing the fruit
C) Allowing fruit to soften fully or freezing
D) Applying fertilizer
  • 16. When are persimmons typically harvested?
A) Summer
B) Fall
C) Spring
D) Winter
  • 17. What is a sign of ripeness in non-astringent persimmons?
A) Green color
B) Small size
C) Firm texture
D) Deep orange color
  • 18. How should persimmons be stored?
A) Refrigerated
B) In direct sunlight
C) At room temperature for long periods
D) Frozen immediately after harvest
  • 19. What is a common use for persimmon fruit?
A) Dyeing fabric
B) Fueling cars
C) Making glue
D) Eating fresh
  • 20. Which type of persimmon is best for drying?
A) Very small varieties
B) Non-astringent varieties
C) Astringent varieties
D) All varieties are equally good
  • 21. What benefit does mulching provide for persimmon trees?
A) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
B) Increases soil pH
C) Deters birds
D) Attracts pollinators
  • 22. Why is staking important for young persimmon trees?
A) To encourage faster growth
B) To make the tree easier to prune
C) To provide support and prevent wind damage
D) To deter pests
  • 23. What is the chilling requirement for many persimmon varieties?
A) Extremely high chilling requirement
B) Varies by variety
C) No chilling requirement
D) A consistent 1000 hours
  • 24. What is the purpose of thinning fruit on a persimmon tree?
A) To make harvesting easier
B) To prevent the tree from fruiting
C) To attract more pollinators
D) To improve fruit size and quality
  • 25. What is a 'self-fruitful' persimmon tree?
A) A tree that requires constant watering
B) A tree that only grows in full sun
C) A tree that only produces male flowers
D) A tree that can produce fruit without pollination from another tree
  • 26. What is the benefit of using a persimmon rootstock?
A) Increased fruit size
B) Faster fruit production
C) Improved disease resistance and adaptability
D) Elimination of the need for pruning
  • 27. Which of the following is a common method of protecting persimmon trees from frost?
A) Watering heavily
B) Removing all the leaves
C) Wrapping the trunk
D) Applying fertilizer
  • 28. What should be done if a persimmon tree is not producing fruit?
A) Overwater the tree
B) Apply herbicide
C) Ensure proper pollination and address any nutrient deficiencies
D) Remove the tree immediately
  • 29. Why are persimmon fruits sometimes covered with netting?
A) To keep them warm
B) To protect them from birds and other animals
C) To prevent disease
D) To help them ripen faster
  • 30. What is the main difference between American and Asian persimmon varieties?
A) Water requirements
B) Soil preference
C) Fruit size and cold hardiness
D) Pruning needs
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