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