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How to Grow Snow Peas
Contributed by: Swan
  • 1. What is the ideal soil pH for snow peas?
A) 8.0 - 9.0
B) 6.0 - 7.5
C) Below 4.0
D) 4.5 - 5.5
  • 2. Snow peas are best planted in which season?
A) Mid-Summer
B) Mid-Winter
C) Late Fall
D) Early Spring or Late Summer
  • 3. What is the primary benefit of adding compost to the soil before planting snow peas?
A) Inhibits root growth
B) Improves drainage and adds nutrients
C) Decreases drainage and adds acidity
D) Attracts pests and increases alkalinity
  • 4. How deep should snow pea seeds be planted?
A) 1/4 inch
B) 3 inches
C) 6 inches
D) 1 inch
  • 5. What is essential for snow peas to climb and thrive?
A) Trellis or support system
B) Regular pruning
C) Shade cloth
D) Heavy fertilization
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects snow peas?
A) Bees
B) Aphids
C) Ladybugs
D) Earthworms
  • 7. How often should snow peas be watered?
A) Only when soil is completely dry
B) Daily flooding
C) Regularly, keeping soil consistently moist
D) Very infrequently
  • 8. What part of the snow pea plant is typically eaten?
A) Only the roots
B) Pod and peas
C) Only the peas
D) Only the leaves
  • 9. When are snow peas typically ready for harvest?
A) 50-60 days after planting
B) 90-100 days after planting
C) Immediately after planting
D) 20-30 days after planting
  • 10. What is a sign that snow peas are ready to harvest?
A) The leaves turn brown
B) The plant stops flowering
C) The pods are plump and bright green
D) The pods are yellow and shriveled
  • 11. What is the benefit of harvesting snow peas regularly?
A) Changes the flavor
B) Stops plant growth
C) Kills the plant
D) Encourages continued production
  • 12. What type of fertilizer is best for snow peas?
A) Low nitrogen fertilizer
B) No fertilizer needed
C) Any general-purpose fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 13. How far apart should snow pea plants be spaced when planting?
A) 6 inches
B) 1 foot
C) 2-3 inches
D) 12-18 inches
  • 14. What disease can affect snow peas?
A) Leaf scorch
B) Powdery mildew
C) None
D) Root rot
  • 15. What is the best way to prevent powdery mildew?
A) Adding salt to the soil
B) Good air circulation
C) Overwatering
D) Planting in shade
  • 16. What is the scientific name for snow peas?
A) Brassica oleracea
B) Cucurbita pepo
C) Solanum lycopersicum
D) Pisum sativum var. saccharatum
  • 17. What is the impact of crop rotation on snow pea planting?
A) Does not matter for snow peas
B) Always beneficial
C) Helps prevent soilborne diseases
D) Damages future crops
  • 18. What are the benefits of companion planting with snow peas?
A) Deters pests or attracts pollinators
B) Kills nearby plants
C) Decreases yield
D) Slows growth
  • 19. What is the best way to store harvested snow peas?
A) At room temperature in a bowl of water
B) In the refrigerator in a plastic bag
C) In a freezer without any preparation
D) In direct sunlight
  • 20. What climate do snow peas grow best in?
A) Tropical weather
B) Extremely cold weather
C) Cool weather
D) Hot weather
  • 21. What is the best time of day to water snow peas?
A) Any time of day is fine
B) Midday
C) Early morning
D) Late afternoon
  • 22. What is the term for allowing seeds to dry in the pod for planting next year?
A) Seed destruction
B) Seed composting
C) Seed saving
D) Seed burning
  • 23. How can you tell if your snow pea seeds are viable before planting?
A) Smell of the seeds
B) Size of the seeds
C) Germination test
D) Color of the seeds
  • 24. Which of these is NOT a common use for snow peas?
A) Making pea flour
B) Snacks
C) Stir-fries
D) Salads
  • 25. What is 'inoculation' in the context of snow pea planting?
A) Adding water
B) Adding fertilizer
C) Adding salt
D) Adding nitrogen-fixing bacteria to the soil
  • 26. Why is crop rotation important when planting snow peas?
A) Helps replenish soil nutrients
B) Improves soil pH
C) Doesn't matter where you plant snow peas
D) Makes the snow peas sweeter
  • 27. What is the main purpose of providing a trellis for snow peas?
A) Adds nutrients to the soil
B) Prevents pests
C) Provides shade
D) Supports vertical growth
  • 28. What type of soil is NOT suitable for snow peas?
A) Heavy clay soil
B) Loamy soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Slightly acidic soil
  • 29. Which of these nutrients is most important for snow pea growth?
A) Calcium
B) Phosphorus
C) Potassium
D) Nitrogen
  • 30. Why should you avoid overhead watering of snow peas?
A) Can promote fungal diseases
B) Washes away fertilizer
C) Causes soil erosion
D) Doesn't matter how you water them
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