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How to Cultivate Dragon Fruits
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What type of climate is best for dragon fruit cultivation?
A) Temperate
B) Desert
C) Arctic
D) Tropical or subtropical
  • 2. Dragon fruit is a member of which plant family?
A) Orchid
B) Citrus
C) Cactus
D) Rose
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for dragon fruit soil?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 9.0-10.0
D) 8.0-9.0
  • 4. How are dragon fruit plants typically propagated?
A) Seeds
B) Stem cuttings
C) Root division
D) Air layering
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of a support structure for dragon fruit?
A) To provide nutrients
B) To attract pollinators
C) To protect from sun
D) To support the plant's weight and growth
  • 6. How often should dragon fruit plants be watered?
A) Never
B) Only during flowering
C) Only during fruiting
D) Regularly, but avoid waterlogging
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is beneficial for dragon fruit?
A) High phosphorus fertilizer only
B) Balanced NPK fertilizer
C) High potassium fertilizer only
D) High nitrogen fertilizer only
  • 8. When do dragon fruit plants typically begin to produce fruit after planting?
A) 10+ years
B) 6-12 months
C) 1-2 months
D) 3-5 years
  • 9. What is the typical flowering time for dragon fruit?
A) Morning
B) All day
C) Afternoon
D) Night
  • 10. Which pollinator is most important for dragon fruit?
A) Bees
B) Birds
C) Bats and moths
D) Butterflies
  • 11. What is the ideal temperature range for dragon fruit growth?
A) 0-10°F (-18 - -12°C)
B) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
C) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
D) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
  • 12. How much sunlight do dragon fruit plants need?
A) Full shade
B) 6-8 hours of sunlight
C) Indirect sunlight only
D) 2-3 hours of sunlight
  • 13. What is a common sign of overwatering in dragon fruit plants?
A) Faster growth
B) Increased flowering
C) Leaf curling
D) Root rot
  • 14. What pests commonly affect dragon fruit plants?
A) Bees
B) Aphids and scales
C) Ladybugs
D) Earthworms
  • 15. What is the best way to protect dragon fruit from frost?
A) Cover the plants
B) Prune aggressively
C) Fertilize heavily
D) Water heavily
  • 16. What color are the flowers of most dragon fruit varieties?
A) White
B) Purple
C) Yellow
D) Red
  • 17. How can you tell when a dragon fruit is ripe?
A) Skin is still green
B) Fruit falls off the plant easily
C) Fruit is very hard
D) Skin turns bright and the 'wings' start to dry
  • 18. What is the shelf life of dragon fruit after harvesting?
A) 1 year in the freezer
B) 1 month at room temperature
C) 1-2 days
D) Several weeks when refrigerated
  • 19. What is 'self-pollination' in the context of dragon fruit?
A) Pollination within the same flower
B) Pollination by water
C) Pollination between different plants
D) Pollination by wind
  • 20. What can be done to improve fruit set in self-incompatible varieties?
A) Watering more frequently
B) Pruning harder
C) Hand pollination
D) Adding more fertilizer
  • 21. What is the term for removing unwanted shoots or branches from dragon fruit?
A) Weeding
B) Pruning
C) Thinning
D) Grafting
  • 22. Why is proper drainage important for dragon fruit?
A) To prevent root rot
B) To increase nutrient absorption
C) To attract pollinators
D) To reduce humidity
  • 23. Which of these is a common disease affecting dragon fruit?
A) Leaf rust
B) Powdery mildew
C) Stem rot
D) Black spot
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing dragon fruit?
A) Pure sand
B) Heavy clay soil
C) Well-draining, slightly sandy loam
D) Waterlogged soil
  • 25. How should dragon fruit stem cuttings be prepared for planting?
A) Soak in water for several days
B) Plant immediately after cutting
C) Cover with fertilizer
D) Allow the cut end to callus over for several days
  • 26. Which element is most important for fruit development in dragon fruit?
A) Nitrogen
B) Potassium
C) Phosphorus
D) Calcium
  • 27. What is a benefit of using organic mulch around dragon fruit plants?
A) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) Attracts pests
C) Increases soil temperature excessively
D) Depletes soil nutrients
  • 28. What is the best time of year to plant dragon fruit cuttings?
A) Winter
B) Summer
C) Autumn
D) Spring
  • 29. What is the function of the 'wings' on a dragon fruit?
A) Attract pollinators
B) Help with photosynthesis
C) Hold water
D) Protect from pests
  • 30. What is the benefit of intercropping with dragon fruit?
A) Slower growth of dragon fruit
B) Improved soil health and pest control
C) Increased water demand
D) Reduced yields
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