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How to Cultivate Sorb Apples
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the scientific name for sorb apple?
A) Crataegus monogyna
B) Malus sylvestris
C) Sorbus domestica
D) Pyrus communis
  • 2. What type of climate does sorb apple prefer?
A) Tropical
B) Arid
C) Arctic
D) Temperate
  • 3. What is the best method for propagating sorb apple?
A) Cutting
B) Seed
C) Grafting
D) Layering
  • 4. What type of soil is best for sorb apple?
A) Well-drained, loamy
B) Sandy
C) Clay
D) Peat
  • 5. At what age does sorb apple typically begin to bear fruit?
A) Immediately after planting
B) 1-2 years
C) 20+ years
D) 5-10 years
  • 6. What is the ideal pH range for sorb apple soil?
A) 9.0-10.0
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 8.0-9.0
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for sorb apple?
A) Balanced NPK
B) High Nitrogen
C) High Phosphorus
D) High Potassium
  • 8. How often should sorb apple trees be watered, especially when young?
A) Regularly, during dry periods
B) Daily
C) Never
D) Rarely, only during extreme drought
  • 9. What is the main pest that commonly affects sorb apple trees?
A) Snails
B) Aphids
C) Rabbits
D) Deer
  • 10. What disease is sorb apple susceptible to?
A) Black spot
B) Rust
C) Powdery mildew
D) Fire blight
  • 11. What is the purpose of pruning sorb apple trees?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To attract more pests
C) To improve fruit production and tree shape
D) To stunt growth
  • 12. When is the best time to prune sorb apple trees?
A) Late winter or early spring
B) Autumn
C) Summer
D) Any time of year
  • 13. How far apart should sorb apple trees be planted?
A) 20-30 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 50+ feet
D) 1-2 feet
  • 14. What is the typical size of a mature sorb apple tree?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 100+ feet
D) 30-50 feet
  • 15. What is the color of ripe sorb apples?
A) Purple
B) Yellowish-green to reddish-brown
C) Blue
D) Black
  • 16. How are sorb apples typically consumed?
A) Eaten raw directly from the tree
B) Used as animal feed
C) Processed into jams, jellies, or beverages
D) Discarded as inedible
  • 17. What is a key characteristic of sorb apple fruit compared to regular apples?
A) Tannic and acidic flavor when raw
B) Sweeter flavor when raw
C) Larger size
D) Brighter color
  • 18. What is the role of pollination in sorb apple cultivation?
A) Irrelevant for fruit set
B) Only required for seed production
C) Essential for fruit set
D) Causes deformed fruit
  • 19. What can be done to improve pollination in a sorb apple orchard?
A) Cover the trees with netting
B) Spray with insecticides
C) Introduce pollinators like bees
D) Remove all other flowering plants
  • 20. What is the purpose of mulching around sorb apple trees?
A) To prevent root growth
B) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) To attract pests
D) To increase soil acidity
  • 21. How does sorb apple contribute to biodiversity?
A) Attracts invasive species
B) Reduces the variety of plant life
C) Has no effect on biodiversity
D) Provides food and habitat for wildlife
  • 22. What is the best way to store sorb apples after harvest?
A) Warm and humid place
B) Direct sunlight
C) Cool and dry place
D) Freezing immediately
  • 23. What is the approximate chill hour requirement for sorb apple?
A) No chill hours required
B) 100-200 hours
C) 800-1000 hours
D) 1500+ hours
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of growing sorb apple?
A) Requires minimal maintenance
B) Provides unique fruit
C) Attractive ornamental tree
D) Supports local ecosystems
  • 25. What is a common use of sorb apple wood?
A) Fuelwood
B) Paper production
C) Turnery and carving
D) Construction lumber
  • 26. Which continent is sorb apple native to?
A) Europe
B) Asia
C) Australia
D) North America
  • 27. What is the meaning of 'domestica' in Sorbus domestica?
A) Small
B) Mountain
C) Cultivated
D) Wild
  • 28. Why might a support stake be needed for a young sorb apple tree?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To make harvesting easier
C) To accelerate growth
D) To protect from wind damage
  • 29. How can you tell if a sorb apple is ready for harvest?
A) Hard fruit that is firmly attached to the stem
B) Fruit that falls from the tree on its own
C) When the leaves start to change color
D) Slightly softened fruit with easily detachable stem
  • 30. What role does sorb apple play historically?
A) Used solely for animal fodder
B) Primary food source for early humans
C) Traditional ingredient in fermented beverages
D) Used exclusively for ornamental purposes
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