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