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How to Cultivate Pears
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the ideal soil pH for pear trees?
A) 7.0 - 8.0
B) 6.0 - 7.0
C) 4.0 - 5.0
D) 5.0 - 6.0
  • 2. Which type of pear tree is generally considered more disease resistant?
A) All Pears are equally disease prone
B) European Pear
C) Asian Pear
D) Hybrid Pear
  • 3. What is the primary reason for thinning pear fruits?
A) To attract more pollinators
B) To prevent the tree from growing too tall
C) To improve fruit size and quality
D) To decrease water requirements
  • 4. When is the best time to prune pear trees?
A) Late Winter/Early Spring
B) Anytime
C) Late Autumn
D) Mid-Summer
  • 5. What is a common method of propagating pear trees?
A) Root Cuttings
B) Leaf Cuttings
C) Direct Seeding
D) Grafting
  • 6. What is the purpose of dormant oil spray?
A) To encourage early blooming
B) To fertilize the tree
C) To ripen the fruit faster
D) To control overwintering pests
  • 7. Which nutrient is most important for fruit development in pears?
A) Nitrogen
B) Calcium
C) Potassium
D) Phosphorus
  • 8. How often should young pear trees be watered?
A) Never, they are drought tolerant
B) Once a month
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Only when the leaves wilt
  • 9. What is the best way to protect pear trees from frost damage during bloom?
A) Prune the tree heavily
B) Cover the tree with a frost blanket
C) Water the tree heavily
D) Apply fertilizer
  • 10. Fire blight is a common disease affecting pear trees. What type of pathogen causes it?
A) Bacteria
B) Nematode
C) Fungus
D) Virus
  • 11. What is the average lifespan of a well-cared-for pear tree?
A) 100+ years
B) 10-20 years
C) 50-75 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 12. Why are cross-pollination partners often necessary for pear trees?
A) To prevent disease
B) Many varieties are self-infertile
C) To speed up the ripening process
D) To increase the size of the tree
  • 13. Which of these is a common pear tree pest?
A) Praying Mantis
B) Codling Moth
C) Ladybug
D) Earthworm
  • 14. What does 'scion' refer to in grafting pear trees?
A) The grafting tool
B) The grafting wax
C) The top portion of the grafted plant
D) The rootstock of the grafted plant
  • 15. How does mulching benefit pear trees?
A) Repels birds
B) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Increases soil pH
D) Attracts beneficial insects
  • 16. What is the ideal spacing between pear trees?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 30-40 feet
C) 2-3 feet
D) 15-20 feet
  • 17. When do most pear varieties typically ripen?
A) Late Spring
B) Mid-Winter
C) Early Spring
D) Late Summer/Early Fall
  • 18. What is 'fruit set' in pear cultivation?
A) The planting of a pear tree
B) The fertilization of a pear tree
C) The pruning of a pear tree
D) The development of fruit after pollination
  • 19. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for young pear trees?
A) Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10)
B) High-phosphorus fertilizer
C) No fertilizer needed
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 20. What is the purpose of a central leader pruning system?
A) To create a weeping shape
B) To establish a strong central trunk
C) To encourage multiple trunks
D) To minimize fruit production
  • 21. Which of the following is NOT a sign of overwatering a pear tree?
A) Root rot
B) Yellowing leaves
C) Leaf drop
D) Stunted growth
  • 22. Which of the following is a common symptom of pear scab?
A) Yellowing of leaves
B) Swollen trunk
C) Wilting of branches
D) Olive-green spots on leaves and fruit
  • 23. Why are pear trees often trained onto a trellis?
A) To prevent root rot
B) To increase water uptake
C) To protect from wind damage
D) To improve sunlight exposure and air circulation
  • 24. What is the benefit of planting a dwarf or semi-dwarf pear tree?
A) Greater disease resistance
B) Easier to manage and harvest fruit
C) Longer lifespan
D) Higher fruit yield
  • 25. How can you protect pear fruit from bird damage?
A) Netting
B) Fertilizing the tree more
C) Ignoring the problem
D) Pruning heavily
  • 26. What does it mean when a pear is 'hard ripe'?
A) Rotten and inedible
B) Overripe and mushy
C) Mature but not yet soft and ready to eat
D) Underripe and sour
  • 27. What should be done with fallen pear leaves to prevent disease spread?
A) Leave them as mulch
B) Bury them
C) Remove and destroy them
D) Use them for compost
  • 28. Which of the following is a method of controlling codling moths in pear trees?
A) Pheromone traps
B) Applying fertilizer
C) Planting companion herbs
D) Watering more frequently
  • 29. What is the role of bees in pear tree cultivation?
A) Fertilization
B) Pollination
C) Pest control
D) Water distribution
  • 30. Which pear variety is known for its buttery texture?
A) Bartlett
B) Comice
C) Anjou
D) Bosc
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