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How to Cultivate Serviceberries
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  • 1. What is the genus of Serviceberry plants?
A) Prunus
B) Amelanchier
C) Sorbus
D) Malus
  • 2. What type of soil drainage is best for Serviceberries?
A) Clay-heavy
B) Waterlogged
C) Well-drained
D) Poorly-drained
  • 3. Serviceberries generally prefer which type of light exposure?
A) Filtered light only
B) Full shade
C) Full sun to partial shade
D) Deep shade
  • 4. What is the typical pH range preferred by Serviceberries?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 4.5-5.5
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 8.0-9.0
  • 5. When is the best time to plant Serviceberry trees?
A) Late spring
B) Early spring or fall
C) Mid-summer
D) Late winter
  • 6. How deep should you plant a Serviceberry tree?
A) Much shallower than the nursery container
B) Same depth as in the nursery container
C) Deeper than the nursery container
D) Double the depth of the nursery container
  • 7. What is the purpose of mulching around a newly planted Serviceberry tree?
A) Promote rapid growth
B) Attract beneficial insects only
C) Increase soil acidity
D) Retain moisture and suppress weeds
  • 8. How often should you water a newly planted Serviceberry tree during the first growing season?
A) Once a week regardless of weather
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Only when the leaves wilt
D) Never, they are drought tolerant
  • 9. Which type of pruning is most important for young Serviceberry trees?
A) Heavy fruit thinning
B) Complete branch removal
C) Root pruning
D) Training and shaping
  • 10. When is the best time to prune Serviceberry trees?
A) Late fall
B) Mid-summer
C) Late winter or early spring
D) Any time of year
  • 11. What is the main reason to prune mature Serviceberry trees?
A) To stunt growth
B) Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches
C) To increase fruit production dramatically
D) To change the flower color
  • 12. Which of the following is a common pest of Serviceberry trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Praying mantises
D) Aphids
  • 13. Which of the following is a common disease of Serviceberry trees?
A) Powdery Mildew
B) Anthracnose
C) Botrytis
D) Rust
  • 14. What can be done to protect Serviceberry fruit from birds?
A) Ignoring the problem
B) Loud noises only
C) Poisoning the birds
D) Netting
  • 15. When do Serviceberries typically ripen?
A) Late fall
B) Early spring
C) Early summer
D) Mid-winter
  • 16. What is the flavor of Serviceberries often compared to?
A) Strawberries and bananas
B) Blueberries and almonds
C) Raspberries and grapefruit
D) Apples and pears
  • 17. Are Serviceberries self-pollinating?
A) Yes, completely self-pollinating
B) No, requires grafting
C) No, require specific pollinators
D) Some are, but cross-pollination increases fruit set.
  • 18. What is one benefit of planting native Serviceberry species?
A) Faster fruit production
B) Requires less water
C) Larger fruit size
D) Supports local wildlife
  • 19. What should be done if a Serviceberry shows signs of iron chlorosis (yellowing leaves with green veins)?
A) Add more nitrogen fertilizer.
B) Amend the soil with iron chelate.
C) Overwater the tree.
D) Transplant to a sunnier location.
  • 20. How can you propagate Serviceberries?
A) Seeds, cuttings, and division
B) Only through grafting
C) Only through root division
D) Only by transplanting
  • 21. What is a common use for Serviceberry wood?
A) Firewood only
B) Small tools and crafts
C) Paper production
D) Construction lumber
  • 22. Besides the fruit, what other part of the Serviceberry tree provides seasonal interest?
A) Flowers and fall foliage
B) Root system only
C) Fruit color only
D) Bark color only
  • 23. Which factor is most important for selecting a Serviceberry cultivar?
A) Trunk size
B) Flower color
C) Disease resistance
D) Leaf shape
  • 24. What does 'chilling hours' refer to in Serviceberry cultivation?
A) The amount of time needed to water the tree.
B) The number of hours below a certain temperature required for dormancy break.
C) The amount of sunlight needed for fruit ripening.
D) The amount of time needed to prune the tree.
  • 25. Why might Serviceberries sometimes fail to produce fruit?
A) Too much watering
B) Too much pruning
C) Too much fertilizer
D) Poor pollination or late frost
  • 26. What is the best way to improve soil drainage for a Serviceberry tree?
A) Amend the soil with organic matter.
B) Water more frequently.
C) Apply a thick layer of rocks on top of the soil.
D) Add clay to the soil.
  • 27. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for Serviceberries?
A) High-phosphorus fertilizer
B) High-nitrogen fertilizer
C) No fertilizer is needed
D) Balanced fertilizer
  • 28. How far apart should you space Serviceberry trees when planting a row or orchard?
A) 1 foot
B) 3 feet
C) 30-40 feet
D) Varies depending on the cultivar, typically 10-20 feet
  • 29. What animals are commonly attracted to Serviceberry fruit, besides birds?
A) Snakes
B) Frogs
C) Squirrels and chipmunks
D) Lizards
  • 30. What is the lifespan of a typical Serviceberry tree?
A) 100+ years
B) 30-50 years
C) 10-20 years
D) 5-10 years
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