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How to Grow Zucchinis
Contributed by: Swan
  • 1. What type of vegetable is a zucchini?
A) Root vegetable
B) Summer squash
C) Fruit
D) Legume
  • 2. When is the best time to plant zucchini?
A) Early spring
B) During the first frost
C) Mid-winter
D) After the last frost
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for growing zucchini?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 6.0-7.5
C) 8.0-9.0
D) Above 9.0
  • 4. How much sunlight do zucchini plants need daily?
A) 10+ hours
B) 2-4 hours
C) 0 hours
D) 6-8 hours
  • 5. What type of soil is best for zucchini?
A) Compacted soil
B) Clay soil
C) Well-drained, fertile soil
D) Sandy, nutrient-poor soil
  • 6. How far apart should zucchini plants be spaced?
A) 6 inches
B) 1 foot
C) 2-3 feet
D) 5 feet
  • 7. What is the best way to water zucchini plants?
A) Overhead watering
B) At the base of the plant
C) Never watering
D) Watering daily a small amount
  • 8. What is a common pest that affects zucchini plants?
A) Spider mites
B) Grasshoppers
C) Squash bugs
D) Aphids
  • 9. What is a common disease that affects zucchini plants?
A) Root rot
B) Powdery mildew
C) Leaf spot
D) Tomato blight
  • 10. How often should zucchini plants be fertilized?
A) Every 3-4 weeks
B) Once a year
C) Daily
D) Never
  • 11. What type of fertilizer is best for zucchini?
A) High potassium fertilizer
B) High phosphorus fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10)
  • 12. When are zucchini usually ready to harvest?
A) 150 days
B) 20-30 days
C) 90-100 days
D) 50-65 days
  • 13. What is the ideal size for harvesting zucchini?
A) 1 inch
B) 12-14 inches
C) 6-8 inches
D) 2 feet
  • 14. How should zucchini be harvested?
A) Twisted off the vine
B) Cut from the vine with a knife
C) Broke off the vine
D) Pulled from the vine
  • 15. What part of the zucchini plant is edible besides the fruit?
A) The leaves
B) The flowers
C) The roots
D) The stem
  • 16. What is 'companion planting'?
A) Planting only one type of crop
B) Planting different crops together for mutual benefit
C) Planting crops in rows
D) Planting crops close to a building
  • 17. What is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Corn
B) Marigolds
C) Sunflowers
D) Tomatoes
  • 18. Why is it important to harvest zucchini regularly?
A) To encourage continued production
B) To allow the plant to rest
C) To prevent the plant from growing too tall
D) To prevent the plant from producing flowers
  • 19. What does 'succession planting' mean?
A) Planting crops in the same container.
B) Planting crops at intervals to extend the harvest.
C) Planting all crops at once.
D) Planting crops in the same location every year.
  • 20. What can overwatering zucchini plants lead to?
A) Thicker stems
B) Increased fruit production
C) Root rot
D) Drought resistance
  • 21. How can you prevent powdery mildew on zucchini plants?
A) Planting in full shade
B) Overwatering
C) Ensure good air circulation
D) Applying a high-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 22. What is a good way to attract pollinators to zucchini plants?
A) Use pesticides
B) Cover the plants with netting
C) Remove all weeds
D) Plant flowers nearby
  • 23. What does 'blossom end rot' indicate?
A) Overwatering
B) Calcium deficiency
C) Nitrogen deficiency
D) Sunburn
  • 24. How can you prevent squash vine borers?
A) Using a high-nitrogen fertilizer
B) Watering the leaves
C) Wrap the base of the stem with foil
D) Planting in full shade
  • 25. What is the best way to deal with squash bugs?
A) Water more frequently
B) Handpick them off the plants
C) Use a strong pesticide
D) Ignore them
  • 26. What is a good way to improve soil drainage?
A) Remove all organic matter
B) Add compost or other organic matter
C) Add clay
D) Compact the soil
  • 27. What is the purpose of mulching around zucchini plants?
A) To cool the soil
B) To add nitrogen to the soil
C) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
D) To attract pests
  • 28. What is a good storage method for zucchini?
A) Store washed zucchini
B) Freeze whole zucchini
C) Refrigerate unwashed for up to a week
D) Store at room temperature
  • 29. If your zucchini plant is producing only male flowers, what could be the cause?
A) Too much fertilizer
B) Lack of pollinators
C) Temperature stress
D) Too much water
  • 30. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Gradually exposing seedlings to outdoor conditions
B) Exposing seedlings to frost
C) Planting seedlings directly outside
D) Keeping seedlings indoors until mature
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