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1. To lower soil pH and raise soil aciditynitrogen is added to the soilgypsum or sulfur is added to the soillime is added to the soila complete fertilizer is added to the soil

A.B.C.D.

2. American hybrid grapes are a cross betweenVitis rotundifolia and Vitis viniferaV. lambrusca and V. viniferaV. repestris and V. viniferaV. linecumii and V. vinifera

A.B.C.D.

3. French hybrid grapes are a cross betweenVitis rotundifolia and Vitis viniferaV. repestris and V. viniferaV. linecumii and V. viniferaboth b and c

A.B.C.D.

4. The earliest vinifera grape grown in New Mexico by Spanish settlers isConcordIsabelleMissionCatawba

A.B.C.D.

5. Grapes grow best insandy and sandy loam soilssilt and silty loam soilsclay and clay loam soilsloam soils

A.B.C.D.

6. Extremely fertile soils produce grape vines thatgrow slow and produce high yieldsgrow slow and produce low yieldsgrow excessively and mature crops earlygrow excessively and mature crops late

A.B.C.D.

7. Impervious layers of clay or caliche may cause poor drainage and salt accumulation.These layers must be at least

4 ft deep (1.2 meters)4 ft deep (2.2 meters)2 ft deep (.6 meters)2 ft deep (1.1 meters

A.B.C.D.

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Horticulture Test Bank8. European varieties of grapes are

Vitis lambruscaVitis repestrisVitis rotundifoliaVitis vinifera

A.B.C.D.

9. European varieties of grapes may be injured at-10 degree F10 degree F0 degree F-5 degree F

A.B.C.D.

10. American species of grapes areVitis ViniferaVitis lambruscaVitis rotundifoliaboth B and C

A.B.C.D.

11. The first improved cultivars of American grapes wereUsable, Catalan, MissionIsabelle, Mission, ConcordCatawba, Concord, IsabelleCatawba, Concord, Mission

A.B.C.D.

12. European grapes are best suited to theNorthern part of New MexicoNorthwestern part of New MexicoSouthern part of New MexicoSoutheastern part of New Mexico

A.B.C.D.

13. Vinifera grapes have skins thatadhere to the pulpseparate easily from the pulpboth A and Bnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

14. French hybrid grapes make goodtable grapesjuice grapeswine grapesnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

15. American grapes are used most forwine, concentrate, juicewine, juice, jellyjuice, jelly concentratejelly, jams, concentrate

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank16. The three main types of training systems used for grapes in New Mexico are

head, cordon, canehead, cane, spiralhead, kniffin, canenone of the above

A.B.C.D.

17. The kniffin system of training grape vines is a type ofhead systemcane systemcordon systemconcord system

A.B.C.D.

18. Which nutrient is most commonly needed for growing grapes in New Mexico?ironnitrogenphosphorouszinc

A.B.C.D.

19. The head system of training grape vines is designed primarily forVitis viniferaVitis lambruscaVitis repestrisv rotundifolia

A.B.C.D.

20. Grape vines must be given support. The post should be set30 to 36 inches above ground24 to 30 inches above ground76 to 91 centimeters above groundboth A and C

A.B.C.D.

21. The Cordon system of training grape vines requires atwo wire trellisfour wire trellisthree wire trellisone wire trellis

A.B.C.D.

22. Using the Cordon training system for grapes, each Spring the canes should be prunedto

3-4 buds2-3 buds1-2 buds5-6 buds

A.B.C.D.

23. Trellis wires for the kniffin system of training grapes should be spaced with theupper wire 5-7 ft. and lower wire 3-3.5 ft. from the groundupper wire 4-6 ft. and lower wire 2-2.5 ft. from the groundupper wire 3-5 ft. and lower wire 1-1.5 ft. from the groundnone of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank24. Which of the following is the most common pest of grape vines in New Mexico?

Western grape leaf skeletonizerGrape phylloxeraGrape leafhopperSpider mite

A.B.C.D.

25. How many pounds of Nitrogen per acre are needed for most vineyards in New Mexico?1005015075

A.B.C.D.

26. Root Knot is a problem on grape vines caused byfungusbacterianematodesvirus

A.B.C.D.

27. Tensiometers are used to determine thepH value of the soil.percent of sand, silt, and clay.moisture in the soil.amount of nutrients in the soil.

A.B.C.D.

28. Injury on grapes from late spring frosts may be reducedby applying a 6 inch layer of mulch.by withholding water.by applying a 4 inch layer of mulch.by delaying pruning in the spring.

A.B.C.D.

29. Zinc deficiency causes grape plants tohave yellow leaves with green veins.have yellow leaves with lighter veins.have small leaves at the end of canes.both B and C

A.B.C.D.

30. The most economical way to apply zinc to grapes isa side dressing of 1 lb. zinc sulfate in spring.a side dressing of 2 lb. zinc sulfate in spring.as a foliar spray of zinc sulfate in spring.daub pruning cuts with a brush dipped in zinc sulfate solution.

A.B.C.D.

31. Powdery Mildew is caused bybacteria.virus.insect infestation.fungus.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank32. Which of the following insects sometimes attack grapes?

grasshopper, june beetle, flea hopper, western rose chafergrasshopper, june beetle, flea hopper, cucumber beetleleafhopper, flea hopper, cucumber beetle, western rose chaferleafhopper, flea hopper, harlequin bug, aphid

A.B.C.D.

33. Grape vines grown in medium to heavy soils normally require20-30 inches of water per season.51-76 centimeters of water per season.40-50 inches of water per season.both A and B

A.B.C.D.

34. Symptoms of Black Rot in grape vines areleaf develops reddish-brown spots.immature berries develop brown spots.leaf develops a white powdery growth.both A and B

A.B.C.D.

35. Grapes grow throughout most of the United States except in those areas where thefrost-free season is less than

200 days.150 days.100 days.120 days.

A.B.C.D.

36. A planting site that is ________ the surrounding area helps reduce frost danger tograpes.

lower thanlevel withhigher thanprotected from

A.B.C.D.

37. The proper depth at which to plant one -year-old grape plants is2 inches deeper than they grew in the nursery.1 inch deeper than they grew in the nursery.3 or 4 inches deeper than they grew in the nursery.the depth at which they grew in the nursery.

A.B.C.D.

38. In the four-cane system of training grapes, each of the four arms has _____ buds lefton it after pruning.

five or sixten to fifteeneight to tentwenty to thirty

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank39. Short two-bud spurs are left on the grapevine after pruning. The purpose of these

spurs isto produce extra fruit close to the main stem.to produce canes for new arms the following year.to provide arms in case the selected arms die.to provide foliage to protect the main stem from sunscald.

A.B.C.D.

40. The best test for ripeness in table grapes iscolor of the fruit.sweetness and change in seed color.softness of the fruit.ease of separation of the grape from the vines.

A.B.C.D.

41. Grapes are generally propagated commercially byhardwood cuttings.grafting.budding.layering.

A.B.C.D.

42. Grapevines are pruned to remove most of the canes each year becausefruit is produced on current year's wood.heavy pruning is necessary to produce quality fruit.heavy pruning is necessary to produce high fruit yields.all of the above.

A.B.C.D.

43. Grape vineyards requiredeep cultivation.medium cultivation.shallow cultivation.no cultivation.

A.B.C.D.

44. Weeds and grass should not be allowed to grow within1 ft. of young grapevines.3 ft. of young grapevines.2 ft. of young grapevines.none of the above.

A.B.C.D.

45. Chlorosis is caused bynitrogen.iron.zinc.all of the above.

A.B.C.D.

46. The grape leafhopper is about1 inch long.1 1/4 inch long.1/8 inch long.1/2 inch long.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank47. Baco noir, Cascade, Siebel, and Rosette are all cultivars of _________ type grapes.

French hybridAmericanEuropeanItalian

A.B.C.D.

48. Concord, Fredonia, and Golden Muscat are all cultivars of ________ type grapes.French hybridAmericanEuropeanItalian

A.B.C.D.

49. Thompson Seedless, White Riesling, Zinfandel, and Ruby Cabernet are all cultivars of_______ of type grapes.

French hybridAmericanEuropeanItalian

A.B.C.D.

50. Three pecan varieties released by NMSU areSan Saba, Western Schley, Barton.Burkett, San Saba, Western Schley.Chactaw, San Saba, Western Schley.Harper, Rincon, Mesilla.

A.B.C.D.

51. The male flowers of a pecan are calledstamensantherscatkinsfilament

A.B.C.D.

52. Given plenty of space and fertile soil, pecans can grow and produce200 years.100 years.150 years.50 years.

A.B.C.D.

53. Monocious meansmale and female flowers are on the same plant but different flowers.male and female flowers are on the same flower.male and female flowers are on different plants.none of the above.

A.B.C.D.

54. Pecan trees are trained to theopen center system.modified leader.central leader.vase system.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank55. In New Mexico most varieties of pecans need ______ frost free days to produce a

crop.150-160160-180205-215220-235

A.B.C.D.

56. The major limiting factor in pecan production in New Mexico islength of growing system.alkaline soils.insect attack from pecan case-bearer.iron deficiency.

A.B.C.D.

57. The most widely planted variety of pecan in New Mexico isBurkett.Ideal.Barton.Western Schley.

A.B.C.D.

58. Pecan flowers are normally pollinated byhand.wind.bees.all of the above.

A.B.C.D.

59. Pecan seedlings brought to New Mexico from another state must bear a NM statedepartment of Agriculture inspection certificate acclaiming the plants are

true to variety.free from disease.free from insects.both B and C.

A.B.C.D.

60. A pecan orchard should be irrigated ________ during the growing season.oncethree timestwicefour times

A.B.C.D.

61. Which of the following legumes are suitable for a cover crop in pecan orchards forwinter and fall?

Hubam clover - sour cloverHubam clover - alfalfaSour clover - alfalfaSour clover - barley

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank62. "Fuzzy kernel" is a condition related to _______ in pecan nuts.

aphid infestationover maturityweevil infestationimmaturity

A.B.C.D.

63. Young pecan orchards may be interplanted with annual crops such asonion, tomato, chile, and cantaloupe.onion, tomato, chile, and asparagus.onion, tomato, chile, and corn.onion, tomato, chile, and strawberry.

A.B.C.D.

64. Pecan trees begin to bear fruit in2-3 years.7-10 years.4-5 years.5-7 years.

A.B.C.D.

65. Pecan trees are sensitive to deficiencies of minor nutrients. These areZn, Fe, MnZn, Fe, PFe, Mn, NFe, Mn, P

A.B.C.D.

66. Which of the following insects has caused statewide damage to pecans in NewMexico?

Fall webwormpecan case-nut bearerblack pecanaphidyellow pecan aphid

A.B.C.D.

67. Bearing pecan orchards require1/4 to 1/3 lb. of nitrogen per 1" of trunk diameter measured 3' above ground.1/4 to 1/3 lb. of nitrogen per 1" of trunk diameter measured 4' above ground.1/2 lb. of nitrogen per 1" of trunk diameter measured 3' above ground.1/2 lb. of nitrogen per 1" of trunk diameter measured 4' above ground.

A.B.C.D.

68. Young pecan trees grow24-48" per year.36-54" per year.12-24" per year.none of the above.

A.B.C.D.

69. "Rosette" is a term associated withPotassium deficiency.Phosphorous deficiency.Iron deficiency.Zinc deficiency.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank70. The following are classified as major elements:

Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and HydrogenNitrogen, Phosphorous, and OxygenNitrogen, Phosphorous, and Carbon DioxideNitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium

A.B.C.D.

71. Iron deficiency results inyellow leaves with lighter veins.yellow leaves with green veins.yellow leaves with purple veins.green leaves with yellow veins.

A.B.C.D.

72. Cotton root rot is also known asPecan root rot.New Mexico root rot.Texas root rot.both A and B

A.B.C.D.

73. Pecan varieties most susceptible to damage by the black pecan aphid areBurkett - SchleyHarper - TexhanSuccess - TexhanWestern - San Saba

A.B.C.D.

74. The black margined aphid isyellowbrownblacklight green

A.B.C.D.

75. The best varieties of pecan for an area with a short growing season areBurkett - SchleyWestern - San SabaBarton - TexhanSuccess - Texhan

A.B.C.D.

76. Which of the following are diseases of pecans?Cotton root rot, Scab, Liver spot, Downy spotCotton root rot, Scab, Liver spot, RustCotton root rot, Scab, Rust, Downy spotCotton root rot, Scab, Rust, Brown leaf spot

A.B.C.D.

77. Pecans should be dried to a moisture level of _______ percent before storage.5-104-510-152-3

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank78. Pecans stored at ______ will maintain quality.

30 degrees F0 degrees F50 degrees F40 degrees F

A.B.C.D.

79. When training young pecan trees the first permanent branch should be5-6 ft. from the ground.1-2 ft. from the ground.3-4 ft. from the ground.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

80. The framework of a pecan tree refers to thecentral leader and lateral branches.central root and central leader.central root and small branches.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

81. Planting pecans at elevations above _____ is not recommended.4,200 ft.4,500 ft.4,000 ft.5,000 ft.

A.B.C.D.

82. Which pecan variety is most resistant to zinc deficiency?BurkettWestern SchleySan SabaBarton

A.B.C.D.

83. The pecan variety "Wichita" is a good pollinator forBurkett.San Saba.Western Schley.Barton.

A.B.C.D.

84. Protandrous meansPistillate flowers shed pollen before staminate flowers are receptive.Pistillate flowers shed pollen after staminate flowers are receptive.Staminate flowers shed pollen before pistillate flowers are receptive.Staminate flowers shed pollen after pistillate flowers are receptive.

A.B.C.D.

85. Pecan trees should be planted on a ____ spacing.40 ft. x 40 ft.30 ft. x 30 ft.30 ft. x 60 ft.40 ft. x 60 ft.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank86. Trunks of young pecan trees are subject to sunscald, they may be protected by

wrapping them withaluminum foil, paper, black plastic.burlap, paper, black plastic.burlap, paper, white plastic.burlap, paper, aluminum foil.

A.B.C.D.

87. Applications of Zinc on pecan trees improvenut and leaf size.nut size and internode length.leaf size and internode length.all of the above.

A.B.C.D.

88. Biennial bearing in pecan trees meansSeasons of high production are followed by seasons of low production.Seasons of low production are followed by excess yields of poor quality nuts.Seasons of low production are followed by excess yields of high quality nuts.none of the above.

A.B.C.D.

89. Minor elements needed for pecan production in New Mexico areB, Fe, MgFe, Zn, MnB, Fe, ZnFe, Zn, S

A.B.C.D.

90. The best month for leaf analysis, to determine nutrient content in pecan trees isMaySeptemberMarchJuly

A.B.C.D.

91. When training pecan trees, side branches should be spaced ______ inches apart andarranged in spirals around the trunk.

6-108-1212-1516-20

A.B.C.D.

92. Barton pecans havethick shells.small kernels.thin shells.late maturing nuts.

A.B.C.D.

93. _____ variety of pecan is recommended for a lawn or landscape tree.IdealHarperBurkettMesilla

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank94. Rincon variety of pecan trees are a cross between

Delmas and Onliwon.Onliwon and Humble.Mahan and Western.Shawnee and Chactaw.

A.B.C.D.

95. Wichita pecan trees tend toform small nuts.produce small yields.form narrow branches.freeze.

A.B.C.D.

96. Burkett variety of pecan have _______ and are not adapted to commercial shelling.elongated nutslarge round nutssmall round nutsearly maturing nuts

A.B.C.D.

97. Feathery growth in the interior of a pecan tree should not be removed. These shootswill

grow to be main branches.develop large leaves.absorb water from the atmosphere.develop fruiting buds.

A.B.C.D.

98. Nitrogen fertilizer should not be applied to pecan trees afterMay.June.August.March.

A.B.C.D.

99. Which is the most important deciduous fruit crop for the United States?cherryapricotraspberryapple

A.B.C.D.

100. The approximate number of days for a red delicious apple to get ripe following fullbloom is

150-160165-175180-195145-155

A.B.C.D.

101. An apple grown on M26 rootstock will bestandard size.semi-standard size.semi-dwarf.none of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank102. The proper spacing of apple trees will

vary with the variety.vary with the soil variety.vary with the water holding capacity of the soil.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

103. About 30-40 healthy leaves are needed to supply enough sugar to produce1 apple.5 apples.2 apples.10 apples.

A.B.C.D.

104. Most commercial apple orchards should be replaced at least once by the time they are____ years of age.

60405020

A.B.C.D.

105. What is the first prerequisite of a site for an apple orchard?The fertility of the soilThe availability of waterThe cost of the landThe elevation, so that cold air may settle below the orchard during the cold nights ofspring

A.B.C.D.

106. The best branch angle for strong limbs in apple treesis 45 degrees.is 20 degrees.is 30 degrees.is 15 degrees.

A.B.C.D.

107. When bare-root apple trees are being handled in the winter the exposed roots may bekilled by temperatures

of 30 to 34 degrees F.of 24 to 28 degrees F.of 34 to 38 degrees F.of 20 to 24 degrees F.

A.B.C.D.

108. When pruning, a heading cutencourages fruiting.reduces growth of branches.promotes the growth of lateral buds.loosens the branches.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank109. During the period of training of an apple tree, careful attention must be paid to

the spread of lateral branches into the horizontal position.early selection of framework branches.the use of proper pruning cuts to adjust tree growth.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

110. The central leader type training, of any tree, is onein which the center trunk is removed.in which the center trunk is maintained.in which most of the fruit is borne on the inner part of the tree.in which the lateral branches spread to a 90 degree angle.

A.B.C.D.

111. Pearsrequire a longer chilling period than apples.are often susceptible to fire blight.are restricted in production to the western states.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

112. _______ is known as a Pome fruit.PineappleAppleLemonPeach

A.B.C.D.

113. Apples are grown in northern New Mexico becausethey are prone to scab.they require moisture during the winter months.they need a warm summer before flowering.they need a cold period before flowering.

A.B.C.D.

114. The clonal stocks of apples should be budded ______ above ground.8-12 inches6-8 inches3-6 inches1-2 inches

A.B.C.D.

115. ______ of the life of apple trees is required to bring them into full production.One- halfOne-thirdOne-fourthOne eighth

A.B.C.D.

116. Spur type apple trees are usually _____ smaller in height and width than standardtrees.

25 %15 %40 %50 %

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank117. Dwarf apple trees are ______ feet tall.

4-56-810-12less than 2

A.B.C.D.

118. Apple quality is largely determined by how _____ the fruit is when harvested.redmaturegreenfree from worms

A.B.C.D.

119. When using a liquid fertilizer it is applied directlyto the soil.to the foliage.to the roots.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

120. Characteristics of a good germination media is one that is sterilized andhigh in nutrient content.low in perlite content.low in nutrient content.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

121. Active absorption is when water moves into the plantby outside pressure.by the process of transpiration.by internal pressure.both B and C

A.B.C.D.

122. The photosynthesis process is increased if the leavesdevelop a purple color.develop a dark green color.develop a light green color.develop a red color.

A.B.C.D.

123. Transpiration is increased during the day becausethe stomates are open in the light.the temperature is warmer.water is more available.both A and B

A.B.C.D.

124. _______ determines the fertility of the soil.A soil testThe soil textureA foliar testThe soil structure

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank125. _______ make better use of hot bed, greenhouse, or coldframe space.

Six inch potsFlatsThree inch potsTen inch pots

A.B.C.D.

126. Transpiration is _____ as air movement around a leaf increases.increasednot effecteddecreasedstopped

A.B.C.D.

127. _______ acid causes leaf drop in deciduous trees.AbscorbicAbscisicHydrochloricNitric

A.B.C.D.

128. Terminal buds are located on the _______ of plants.sidestopsbottomsnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

129. Which of the following elements is used to increase the flowering of a plant?NitrogenPhosphorousIronPotassium

A.B.C.D.

130. The objective of composting is to convert waste material into a type of ______ fertilizer.organicnitrogensyntheticiron

A.B.C.D.

131. If the soil is too acidic, it may be necessary to add groundlimestone.iron.sulfur.potassium.

A.B.C.D.

132. Plants tend to grow toward light sources, this is known asphotosynthesis.transpiration.phototropism.the light cycle.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank133. A tuber is an example of a

root.modified leaf.modified stem.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

134. The xylem tissue in the interior of a plantis responsible for growth in diameter.transports manufactured foods (sugars) downward.transports water and minerals upward from the root.is the center of photosynthesis.

A.B.C.D.

135. The function of the seed coat isto keep the seed from drying out.to contain the food supply for the new plant.to protect the embryo from injury.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

136. Little-leaf is an abnormal condition caused by a ______ deficiency.ironzincboroncalcium

A.B.C.D.

137. Chlorosis is an abnormal condition that may be caused by a __________ deficiency.phosphorouspotashcalciumiron

A.B.C.D.

138. Pollen is produced in a structure calledan ovary.a filament.a style.an anther.

A.B.C.D.

139. Plant roots tend to grow toward gravity, this is known aspositive geotropism.negative geotropism.negative phototropism.positive phototropism.

A.B.C.D.

140. Which of the following statements is not true?Nitrogen increases protein in a plant.Phosphorous aids in flower formation.Potassium gives hardiness to a plant.Nitrogen causes a plant to yellow.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank141. Ethylene gas causes fruit to

ripen early.change colors.remain immature.both A and B

A.B.C.D.

142. The material that will decompose quickest in a compost pile isdry leaves.grass clippings.sawdust.shredded bark.

A.B.C.D.

143. Which is an inorganic mulch?peatstrawgravelcompost

A.B.C.D.

144. Indoleacetic acid isa contact pesticide.a selective herbicide.a natural occurring hormone.a stomach poison.

A.B.C.D.

145. A major advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction is that itis safer.is faster.introduces new genetic variation.does not need water.

A.B.C.D.

146. A complex cellular tissue that transports manufactured compounds isxylem.phloem.cambium.chlorophyll.

A.B.C.D.

147. What three major elements are found in most commercial fertilizers?N, Fe, KN, H, PN, P, KN, P, Ca

A.B.C.D.

148. The portion of the pistil in which the ovules are produced and develop is theovary.stigma.sepal.style.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank149. A ripened ovule is called the

stamen.stigma.sepal.seed.

A.B.C.D.

150. Which of the following terms is not associated with grafting?stockterminal budcambiumscion

A.B.C.D.

151. In order for a graft to be successful it is essential that thegrafts are made only in winter.twigs are the same length.stock and scion are the same size.plants are botanically related.

A.B.C.D.

152. The plant that is to receive a graft is called thegraftor.stock.graftee.scion.

A.B.C.D.

153. The principle tissue of a plant that makes grafting possible isphloem.xylem.cambium.inner bark.

A.B.C.D.

154. Cut worms attack young plantsat the soil level.at the growing tip.on the underside of leaves.on the top of the leaves.

A.B.C.D.

155. Long-day cropsrequire 12 hours or more of light per day.require 12 hours or less of light per day.will grow regardless of the light period.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

156. Which of the fertilizer analysis below is higher than the others in phosphorous?5-10-55-5-1010-5-516-8-9

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank157. The best method for getting a plant ready to plant outdoors is to

water it heavily.put it in a hot bed.harden it off.increase temperature.

A.B.C.D.

158. The function of the stomates is totake in CO2 and give off excess water vapor and oxygen.give of CO2 and prevent loss of water.both A and Bnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

159. The place on the stem where leaves and buds are attached is thebud scar.lenticle.node.internode.

A.B.C.D.

160. A plant's root system is responsible for all the following exceptphotosynthesis.absorption of water.anchorage.absorption of minerals.

A.B.C.D.

161. A characteristic of taproots is theyspread over a large area.are very shallow.reach deep into the soil.occur only in monocots.

A.B.C.D.

162. A typical seed contains all of the following excepta seed coat.a cotyledon.a sori.an embryo.

A.B.C.D.

163. If the petals of a particular plant occur in multiples of five. the plant is probably amonocot.conifer.dicot.cycad.

A.B.C.D.

164. As a general rule, seedlings should be transplanted from a flat whenthe cotyledons emerge.the second set of 'true leaves' have formed.the first set of 'true leaves' have formed.the radicle emerges.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank165. Which of the following materials is not likely to cause temporary nitrogen tie-up?

fresh saw dust.fresh straw.fresh wood chips.peat moss.

A.B.C.D.

166. To control damping off one muststratify the seed.control environmental conditions.treat seed with gibberellic acid.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

167. Preconditioning of seeds may involvestratification.soaking in water.scarification.any of the above

A.B.C.D.

168. a 'green manure' isa mixture of soil and decayed plant material.fresh animal wastes.composed manure.a cover crop grown to plow under and add organic matter.

A.B.C.D.

169. The amount of water held against the force of gravity, which is available for plantgrowth is

capillary water.gravitational water.hydroscopic water.subsoil water.

A.B.C.D.

170. Mulches may be used toinsulate the soil.control weeds.conserve moisture.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

171. When planting bare root fruit trees, the bud union must benot a consideration.2 inches above the ground.level with the ground.2 inches below the ground.

A.B.C.D.

172. If a plant's flower is very colorful and produces nectar, it is probably pollinated bywater.self-pollination.wind.insects.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank173. The green pigment in plants is named

chlorophyll.xanthophyll.chloroplast.chromophyll.

A.B.C.D.

174. In "Sunset Western Garden Book" the western United States has ______ climatezones.

foursixteeneighttwenty-four

A.B.C.D.

175. Some plants lack petals and sepals on their flowers. They are referred to asincomplete flowers.mutated flowers.complete flowers.conspicuous flowers.

A.B.C.D.

176. A ________ zone is an area in which a common set of temperature ranges, humiditypatterns, and other geographic and seasonal characteristics allow certain plants tosucceed and cause others to fail to grow.

temperaturegeographicclimateseasonal

A.B.C.D.

177. The three particles of soil aregravel, sand, and clay.sand, clay, and silt.gravel, sand, and silt.sand, silt, and gravel.

A.B.C.D.

178. No matter how much or how little pruning one does on an established plant, theobjective is to _____ the plant's growth.

increasemodifydecreasenone of the above

A.B.C.D.

179. The smallest mineral component in soil isclay.sand.gravel.silt.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank180. The female parts of a flower are

stamen, style and ovary.stigma, style and ovary.anther, style and ovary.pistil, style and ovary.

A.B.C.D.

181. The viability of a group of seeds is measured bygermination percent.leaves produced.fruit produced.roots produced.

A.B.C.D.

182. A time during which no growth occurs because of unfavorable conditions is known astranspiration.dormancy.photosynthesis.phototropism.

A.B.C.D.

183. Albuquerque is in Western Garden Zone number ________.37510

A.B.C.D.

184. The coddling moth most often attacksgrapes.apples.peaches.cherries.

A.B.C.D.

185. The science and practice of growing and harvesting tree fruits, small fruits, and treenuts is

viniculture.olericulture.floriculture.pomology.

A.B.C.D.

186. The science and practice of growing vegetable crops isviniculture.floriculture.olericulture.pomology.

A.B.C.D.

187. The first part of the plant to emerge from the seed isplumule.radicle.leaf.endosperm.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank188. Soil sterilization requires heating the soil at

120 degrees F. for two hours.180 degrees F. for half an hour.160 degrees F. for two hours.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

189. The label in a flat of seeds should includename of plant.the date seeded.variety of plant.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

190. The USDA plant hardiness zone map is divided into ___ zones.104612

A.B.C.D.

191. Las Cruces is in USDA plant hardiness zone10.6.7.4.

A.B.C.D.

192. Tomatoes need at least _____ hours of direct sunlight.84126

A.B.C.D.

193. Soybeans need inoculation withfungicide.nematodes.antibiotics.nitrogen-fixing bacteria.

A.B.C.D.

194. Asparagus is mainly harvestedwhen the tops mature.in the late summer.in the spring.in the fall.

A.B.C.D.

195. A potato is an example of astolon.rhizome.tuber.root.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank196. The globe artichoke is a member of what family?

gourdmorning glorythistlemaize

A.B.C.D.

197. How much rain does the average garden plant require per week?1 foot3/4 inch1 1/2 inch1 inch

A.B.C.D.

198. Mulching of strawberry plantings with straw of other material is used in western regionsof the United States to

prevent winter freezing and thawing and to control weeds.keep fruit clean and control fungus disease.control insects and field mice.force early blooming and protect against frost.

A.B.C.D.

199. Strawberries grow best in a loamy soil that is high insand content.organic matter.phosphorous.calcium.

A.B.C.D.

200. In the renewal process, the tops are mowed off all plants in the strawberry planting andthe plants are

fertilized.sprayed for diseases.thinned out.mulched.

A.B.C.D.

201. In the hill system of planting strawberries, runners arehand placed to widen the rows.allowed to grow in limited numbers.allowed to grow freely.not allowed to root and grow.

A.B.C.D.

202. Weeds growing in strawberry beds can best be controlled byspraying with Roundup.crop rotation.planting hardy varieties.cultivation.

A.B.C.D.

203. Strawberries prefer soil that isfertile and highly acidic.fertile and slightly acidic.fertile and slightly alkaline.fertile with a high pH.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank204. Strawberries grow best at a soil pH of

5.5 to 6.06.0 to 6.56.5 to 7.07.0 to 7.5

A.B.C.D.

205. The best type of planting for the prevention of chili wilt isbottom planting.furrow-ridge.broadcast planting.container planting.

A.B.C.D.

206. Curly Top Virus is spread byimproper irrigation.caterpillars.sugar beet leafhoppers.grasshoppers.

A.B.C.D.

207. what are the most noticeable symptoms of the Tobacco-Mosaic Virus in tomatoes?light and dark areas on young leavesno leavesplant does not flowerTobacco-Mosaic Virus does not harm tomatoes

A.B.C.D.

208. Which item matters the least when choosing a location for a vegetable garden?sunlight availablelocation of water supplylocation of storage shedvisibility from patio area

A.B.C.D.

209. Two short-season crops that may be used in successive plantings areradishes and lettuce.tomatoes and snap beans.horseradish and beets.peppers and corn.

A.B.C.D.

210. Which type of vegetable crop uses large amounts of nitrogen fertilizer?leaffruitrootall of the above

A.B.C.D.

211. The old rule of thumb is to plant a seed at a depth ___ times the diameter of the seed.10426

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank212. Some hazards of growing vegetables are

birds.insects.weeds.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

213. To harden transplants take them outside during the day for ___ days increasing thetime spent outdoors each day

251015

A.B.C.D.

214. The width between rows of melons should be ____ apart.1 ft.2 ft.4 ft.8 ft.

A.B.C.D.

215. The length of day or photoperiod influences the growth habit oftomatoes.melons.spinach.turnips.

A.B.C.D.

216. Asparagus is a ______.perennial cropbiennial cropannual cropdeciduous shrub

A.B.C.D.

217. After planting, Lima Beans should be ready to harvest in ____ weeks.57104

A.B.C.D.

218. After planting, Radishes should be ready to harvest in ___ days.25609075

A.B.C.D.

219. Which vegetable should not be planted in March in New Mexico?sweet cornlettucecarrotonion

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank220. Aphid infestations are controlled with

malathion.diazinon.sevin.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

221. Which is not a type of lettuce?Crisp head lettuceRomaine lettuceLeaf lettuceChinese lettuce

A.B.C.D.

222. English peas are awarm season crop.cool season crop.all season crop.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

223. Before planting cucumber seeds, a fertilizer analysis of ______ should be mixed withgenerous amounts of organic matter, at a rate of 2 lbs. per 50 ft. of row.

30-30-300-45-05-10-1010-10-10

A.B.C.D.

224. Excessive vegetation and no fruit on a tomato vine may be caused bytoo much nitrogen.too much shade.too much water.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

225. Blossom-end rot in tomatoes is usually caused bysudden shortages or changes of moisture in the soil.nematodes.transplant shock.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

226. Cabbage isan annual.a tender perennial.a perennial.a biennial.

A.B.C.D.

227. Tough, stringy beets are caused bylack of moisture.competition for space.both A and Bnone of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank228. The Colorado potato beetle will feed on

radish.cucumber.eggplant.corn.

A.B.C.D.

229. The edible portion of the globe artichoke is theroot.flower.leaf.stem.

A.B.C.D.

230. Celery is a member of the ______ family.parsleybrassicaartichokeonion

A.B.C.D.

231. Dandelion meanstooth of the lion.well dressed lion.tooth ache.sore paw.

A.B.C.D.

232. The edible portion of a potato plant isthe root.a modified stem.a tuber.both B and C

A.B.C.D.

233. The Ground Cherry is also called aHusk tomato.Poha berry.Strawberry tomato.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

234. Which of the following are short season crops that may be planted in the spring andagain in the fall, in Southern New Mexico?

radish, carrot and peppersradish, peppers and cabbageradish, cabbage and tomatoradish, cabbage and carrot

A.B.C.D.

235. To slow down splitting in cabbagepartially root prune and water thoroughly.water thoroughly and do not root prune.hold off on watering.hold off on watering and partially root prune when heads are formed.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank236. Which perennial is the oldest member of the cabbage family?

CauliflowerCollardsChinese cabbageKale

A.B.C.D.

237. Carrotsuse nothing more complicated than the soil they are grown in for storage.are intolerant of mismanagement.are unequaled for supplying food for a short period of time.are grown the same way as spinach.

A.B.C.D.

238. Removing suckers on cornmay increase yield.helps control insect infestations.strengthens the main stock.may reduce yield.

A.B.C.D.

239. When growing cucumbers, it is important tokeep all fruit picked up from vines as they reach usable size.leave fruit until it fully matures.take off immature fruit and let it mature in the house.always train on a trellis.

A.B.C.D.

240. Eggplant has alow temperature requirement.low fertilizer requirement.high temperature requirement.high watering requirement.

A.B.C.D.

241. When growing cantaloupes'vineripe' is the guide for harvesting.water heavily when the fruit is ripening.they will lose the powdery appearance when the fruit is ripening.hold off on watering when the fruit is ripening.

A.B.C.D.

242. High daytime temperature, above 90 degrees F., will cause excessive blossom drop onpeppers.squash.potatoes.melons.

A.B.C.D.

243. The aborting of young fruits on squash vinesis a symptom of disease.causes no more fruit to be set.is a self-pruning process.is caused by the squash bug

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank244. One way of getting tomatoes a week or two earlier is by

growing naturally sprawled on the ground.single stem pruning.water heavily.fertilize heavily.

A.B.C.D.

245. Leggy tomato plants can be corrected, when planted in the garden byplanting deeply and horizontally.breaking out the terminal bud.pruning back to soil level to allow vegetative growth to regrow.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

246. ________ are needed for good tuber formation in potatoes.Warm nightsHot days and cool nightsCool days and nightsHot days

A.B.C.D.

247. Potatoes area warm season plant.a cool season plant.very susceptible to fireblight.adapted to alkaline soils.

A.B.C.D.

248. Intercropping in vegetable gardens refers toplanting quick maturing crops between slow growers.planting one crop after another is harvested.growing a shade loving crop in between a row of tall sun loving plants.both A and C

A.B.C.D.

249. The best way to avoid crop failure due to disease is torotate crops.spray insecticides.plant resistant varieties.fumigate the soil.

A.B.C.D.

250. What is a common mistake of beginner gardeners?planting seed too deeply.under and / or over watering.allowing soil to crust over.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

251. Which of the following is a common pest of onion crops in New Mexico?ThripsNematodesGrasshoppersboth A and B

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank252. Snap beans are usually planted for a _____ harvest.

winter-springspring-fallsummer-fallnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

253. Which vegetable is classified as a legume?LettucePeaOnionCorn

A.B.C.D.

254. Peanut production is limited to the _______ part of New Mexico.southeasternnorthernwesternnorth central

A.B.C.D.

255. If an apricot tree is well cared for it may bear fruit for3 to 5 years.50 to 10 years.10 to 15 years.15 to 20 years.

A.B.C.D.

256. When sweet potatoes develop more vines than roots it is a symptom ofhigh daytime temperatures.rainy weather.too much nitrogen.heavy clay soil.

A.B.C.D.

257. When put under water stress, a tomato that is near the harvest period willdrop all its blooms.crack.develop slowly.ripen all its fruit.

A.B.C.D.

258. If you must delay planting a few days, place the trees in acool and shady area.wet area.hot and sunny area.very dry area.

A.B.C.D.

259. Perennial plants such as asparagus should beplanted in the family garden.planted together on one side of the garden.rotated each year.planted between crops and mature later.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank260. Select the three long season crops that should remain in the garden all season with no

replanting.broccoli, snap bean and spinachspinach, kale and turnipbeet, radish and snap beantomato, eggplant and pepper

A.B.C.D.

261. Asparagus should be harvested whenthe tops mature.spears are 1/2 inch in diameter.spears are 1/8 inch in diameter.spears are 1 inch in diameter.

A.B.C.D.

262. Sweet corn should be harvestedthree weeks after the silk first appears.when the upper kernels are plump and well colored.when the kernels contain a milky juice.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

263. When combating fusarium wilt in tomatoes you shouldtreat the seeds with a fungicide.interplant with eggplant.choose resistant varieties.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

264. The sweet potato originated inEngland and Ireland.Central and South America.Central Europe.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

265. A vegetable that will tolerate cool weather isa beet.a radish.green onions.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

266. To combat disease, garden crops should be rotated everyyear.7 years.3 years.10 years.

A.B.C.D.

267. For a continuous supply of radishes you shouldplant some seeds deeper than others.withhold water on part of the crop.make succession plantings every 10 days.all of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank268. Iron deficiency causes leaves to

turn yellow near the veins while the rest of the leaf remains green.become smaller than normal.turn yellow while veins remain green.develop white spots.

A.B.C.D.

269. The surest sign of ripeness for most watermelon varieties isa rich yellow color of the bottom surface.a dull or dead sound when thumped.the 'pigs tail' curls at the point of attachment to the vine.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

270. Failure of the tomato to set fruit may be caused bytoo much water in the first stages of growth.too much nitrogen fertilizer.too much shade.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

271. Chayote is a member of theMorning Glory family.Parsley family.Gourd family.Onion family.

A.B.C.D.

272. Which of the following vegetables are edible flowers?beans, broccoli and peascarrots, cauliflower and potatoespumpkins, artichokes and tomatoesartichokes, broccoli and cauliflower

A.B.C.D.

273. Sweet Banana, Anaheim, and California Wonder are varieties ofbanana.lettuce.squash.pepper.

A.B.C.D.

274. Potatoes may be propagated byroots.bulbs.rhizomes.tubers.

A.B.C.D.

275. To prevent most plant diseasesuse disease free seed.keep planting beds free of dead weeds.inspect plants frequently.all of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank276. An example of a vegetable with a short day - long night photoperiod is

spinach.sweet potato.tomato.radish.

A.B.C.D.

277. Peanuts require a growing season of140-150 days.130-140 days.80-90 days.110-120 days.

A.B.C.D.

278. The ideal tomato plant used to transplant into the garden isshort and stocky.tall and leggy.tall and full.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

279. 'Snowball' and 'Snow King' are varieties ofcauliflower.broccoli.cabbage.lettuce.

A.B.C.D.

280. Eggplant grows wild inSouth America.Spain.Japan.India.

A.B.C.D.

281. Shallots and chives are types ofturnips.onions.beets.radishes.

A.B.C.D.

282. Most pumpkins and squash originated inEurope.the Americas.Asia.Russia.

A.B.C.D.

283. Tomatoes are indigenous toEurope.the Americas.Asia.Russia.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank284. Okra should be planted ____ inches apart in the row.

14-168-124-616-20

A.B.C.D.

285. Lettuce will bolt when the daylight period is greater than ____ hours.108612

A.B.C.D.

286. Cabbage is classified asa perennial.a biennial.an annual.a gymnosperm.

A.B.C.D.

287. Kale grows best in thehot summer.dry summer.cool spring.dry spring.

A.B.C.D.

288. Root crops are generally seededin 2" pots and transplanted to where they will grow.in 1" pots and transplanted to where they will grow.in flats and transplanted to where they will grow.directly in the soil in which they will grow.

A.B.C.D.

289. Corn was grown in North America as early as1000 years A.D.1000 years B.C.2000 years B.C.4000 years B.C.

A.B.C.D.

290. Pruning wounds heal best if cuts are made ____ the beginning of the active springgrowth.

duringafterbeforenone of the above

A.B.C.D.

291. Winter squash should be picked when it isfully mature.young and tender.at any stage of ripeness.none of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank292. Which of the following are considered citrus fruits?

limes, lemons, peaches, grapefruitslimes, lemons, oranges, grapefruitslimes, lemons, nectarines, peacheslimes, lemons, nectarines, oranges

A.B.C.D.

293. Yellow bermuda and white sweet Spanish are varieties ofpepper.potato.squash.onion.

A.B.C.D.

294. Russets, Round reds, Round whites and Long whites are varieties ofpepper.potato.squash.onion.

A.B.C.D.

295. Apricots bear most fruit on short fruit spurs which form on last year's growth andremain fruitful for

10 years.4 years.1 year.20 years.

A.B.C.D.

296. Too much ______ or a lot of manure will cause forking of roots in carrots.phosphorouscalciumpotassiumnitrogen

A.B.C.D.

297. Established pistachio trees will withstand considerabledrought.low temperature.flooding.high temperature.

A.B.C.D.

298. Blueberries prefer a moderately acidic soil. The best pH range for cultivation ofblueberries is

6.5 to 7.06.0 to 6.53.5 to 4.04.3 to 4.8

A.B.C.D.

299. Blueberry varieties must be planted near each other tolengthen the picking season.ensure pollination and fruit set.help control the spread of diseases.all of these

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank300. Blueberry plants that grow erect are pruned by

pruning off lower branches.cutting back the tips of branches.thinning out the center of the plant.removing only tall growing tops.

A.B.C.D.

301. Heavy pruning of blueberry plants results inlarge crops of large berries.fruit ripening earlier and over a shorter period of time.too much new growth.a reduction in plant vigor.

A.B.C.D.

302. Wild raspberry and blackberry plants are removed from areas planted with commercialplantings of brambles because

the plants cross-pollinate, resulting in small fruit.disease is spread from the wild plants to the new plantings.new plants selected from the planting may become mixed with the wild planting.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

303. Red raspberries and upright blackberries are propagated bytip layers.stem cuttings.root suckers.stem layering.

A.B.C.D.

304. Raspberries should be picked every2-3 days.1-2 days.2 days.any of the above, depending on how hot the weather is.

A.B.C.D.

305. Fall cultivation of brambles should not be done becauseit is not necessary for weed control.many small roots are destroyed and do not have the time to grow back.weed seeds are spread over a wide area.it stimulates late growth and plants do not harden off for winter.

A.B.C.D.

306. _______ are said to be the fool-proof vegetable for the beginning gardener.Snap beans.Cucumbers.Tomatoes.Carrots.

A.B.C.D.

307. _________ have been a staple vegetable for many New Mexico families for over 100years.

Snap beansPinto beansLima beansGarbanzo beans

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank308. If left on the plant until they turn red, bell peppers become

hard and stringy.sweeter and more mellow.sweeter and pithy.soft and mushy.

A.B.C.D.

309. Kohlrabi is a relatively recent development from wild cabbage in northern Europe andwas not known _____ years ago.

10001002000500

A.B.C.D.

310. The taste of _______ has been described as "celery flavored with English walnuts."Chinese cabbageChardCeleriacKale

A.B.C.D.

311. Garlic is propagated by planting theroot.whole bulb.individual cloves.tuber.

A.B.C.D.

312. ______ seeds are used in pickling cucumbers.DillParsleyOreganoCilantro

A.B.C.D.

313. Cilantro is also known asCoriander.Mexican parsley.Chinese parsley.Both B and C

A.B.C.D.

314. Brussel sprouts should be harvested when they arethe size of a baseball.slightly smaller than a golf ball.either A or Bnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

315. 'Dark Opal' is a variety of ______ that is attractive enough to be used as a borderplanting in ornamental beds.

parsleybasiloreganocilantro

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank316. Broccoli is a ______ that grows to 4 feet in height and has a branching habit.

perennialbiennialannualdeciduous shrub

A.B.C.D.

317. Ginger _____ are the source of ginger used in cooking.rootsleavesstemsrhizomes

A.B.C.D.

318. ______ is a large, coarse perennial grown for its white roots, which are peeled, grated,and mixed with vinegar or cream to make a condiment.

Ginger rootHorseradishCeleriacJicama

A.B.C.D.

319. ______ flowers form within a cylinder of bronze red bracts at the end of stems.AlmondBananaAvacadoCashew

A.B.C.D.

320. Mushrooms are a type offruit.fungi.root.bacteria.

A.B.C.D.

321. ____ ____ develop from the state tree of New Mexico.Rincon pecansCarmel almondsPinon nutsnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

322. Oregano is also known asSweet marjoram.Crete dittany.Wild marjoram.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

323. The leaf stalks of ______ are used as fruit is to make pies and sauces. The greenleaves are poisonous and should always be discarded when preparing.

LeeksKaleRhubarbChayote

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank324. Which of the following are cultivars of parsley?

ItalianTurnip-rootedHamburgall of the above

A.B.C.D.

325. Summer squash varieties includezucchini, spaghettizucchini, butternutzucchini, yellow crook neckyellow crook-neck, spaghetti

A.B.C.D.

326. The ____ or _____ of the turnip is the part that is eaten.root, leavesstem, leavesroot, stemnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

327. Almond nuts will not develop properly in areas with ____ ____ summers.hot drycool drycool humidhot humid

A.B.C.D.

328. The _____ fruit looks like a leathery, flattened, undersized green peach.PecanFilbertApricotAlmond

A.B.C.D.

329. Although Avacado trees are hardy to a temperature of ______ degrees F., flowers formin winter and temperatures below freezing destroy the crop.

20-2426-3016-2010-14

A.B.C.D.

330. Avacado trees grow to be ____ feet tall with ____ spread.20, greater20, equal30, equal30, greater

A.B.C.D.

331. Apricot fruit should be thinned in mid spring, to result in a spacing of _____ betweenindividual fruits.

2-4 inches1 inch6-8 inchesnone of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank332. The genus name of the Apricot is

Vitis.Prunus.Malus.Carya.

A.B.C.D.

333. ______ cherries are the most widely seen type in the western United States.SourSweetDukenone of the above

A.B.C.D.

334. Two different varieties of cherry trees are needed to ensure pollination and producefruit. Which of the following combinations will not produce fruit?

Black Tartarian and BingLambert and RepublicanLambert and BingLambert and Black Tartarian

A.B.C.D.

335. Birds love to eat cherries. The fruit may be protected when ready to harves byhanging aluminum cans in the tree.covering with a protective netting.spraying with an insecticide.all of the above

A.B.C.D.

336. For control of brown rot and blossom blight, spray with _____ just as leaves fall inautumn.

sulfurcoppersevinpotash

A.B.C.D.

337. The American chestnut is almost extinct because ofa fungus disease.a bacteria.competition from imported varieties.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

338. The large edible nut of the chestnut tree is enclosed in along, papery pod.round, papery pod.prickly burr.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

339. The date is produced on a type of _____ tree.deciduouspalmconifernone of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank340. 'Celeste' and 'Brown Turkey' are varieties of

figs.brazil nuts.dates.peanuts.

A.B.C.D.

341. The growing of figs is limited to the ______ part of New Mexico.northernsouth westernnorth easternsouthern

A.B.C.D.

342. A 10 year old filbert tree will produce approximately _____ lbs. of nuts per year.1510205

A.B.C.D.

343. Grapefruits will ripen ____ months after bloom.618812

A.B.C.D.

344. The variety _______ is the standard lemon sold at markets.LisbonPonderosaMeyerEureka

A.B.C.D.

345. 'Valencia' and 'Navel' are the primary types of commercial _________.lemonsgrapefruitlimesoranges

A.B.C.D.

346. Tangelos are a hybrid of _______ and _______.tangor, orangetangerine, grapefruittangerine, orangetangerine, kumquat

A.B.C.D.

347. Kumquat has a/an ______ rind, which is about 1 inch long, and is used in makingmarmalade and jelly, or is candied.

hardbitteredibleinedible

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank348. Tangerines are also known as ______.

LimequatsTangorsTangelosMandarin oranges

A.B.C.D.

349. The Kiwi fruit grows on a vine and is native toSouth America.Eastern Europe.East Asia.Africa.

A.B.C.D.

350. Kiwi is also known asYangtao.Chinese gooseberry.both A and Bnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

351. The Macadamia nut is also known as Queensland nut, is produced on an evergreentree with the nuts developing in _____.

individual podsclustersspringsummer

A.B.C.D.

352. The growing of mangos is limited in the western United States tothe southern part of Arizona.the southern part of California.the southern part of New Mexico.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

353. Nectarines differ from peaches only in havingno seeds.smooth skin.multiple seeds.an oblong shape.

A.B.C.D.

354. A peach tree will begin to bear large crops when the trees are ____ years old.9-1014-153-46-7

A.B.C.D.

355. Olive trees were introduced to mission gardens by early Spaniards for the use of theiroil.roots.leaves.none of the above

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank356. The papaya fruit is produced on an evergreen tree that is hardy to 28 degrees F and is

native totropical America.Africa.Eastern Asia.Australia.

A.B.C.D.

357. The ______ grows on a plant known as Bromeliad. It may be grown in New Mexicoonly as a house plant, keeping the temperature above 68 degrees F.

MangoPapayaFigPineapple

A.B.C.D.

358. ________ disease can be a serious problem on a pear trees and resistant varietiesshould be planted.

Powdery mildewOak root rotDowny mildewFireblight

A.B.C.D.

359. Fruit belonging to trees of the genus Prunus include plums and cherries are known asstone fruits.pome fruits.drupe fruits.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

360. ______ are European plums that have high sugar content which enables them to besun dried without fermenting at the pit.

RaisinsDatesPrunesFigs

A.B.C.D.

361. The most common and popular variety of plum isInca.Santa Rosa.Loroda.Damson.

A.B.C.D.

362. The best known form of _____ grows into a 10 ft. plant with small rays outside and acushiony center of disk flowers where the seeds are produced.

PinionCashewSunflowerCoconut

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank363. Commercial walnuts are English walnuts, however there is a variety that is native to

New Mexico it is known as the ______ walnut.New MexicoNogalCaliforniaButternut

A.B.C.D.

364. _____ are native to the Mediterranean and need to be left in the ground until nearfreezing point to develop the sweet nutty flavor they are famous for.

ParsnipsGinger RootsJicamaArtichokes

A.B.C.D.

365. People of the ancient Roman Empire paid top prices for this thistle relative. It ispropagated by root division.

BroccoliChayoteJicamaArtichoke

A.B.C.D.

366. Endive is best grown for a fall or winter harvest. It is also known as ______.chicorybibb lettuceleaf lettuceparsley

A.B.C.D.

367. _______ grows from a vine and has a flavor that resembles water chestnut butsweeter.

BroccoliChayoteJicamaParsnip

A.B.C.D.

368. The All-American Selections organization includes a council of judges and ______ testgardens located in different climates throughout the United States and Canada.

100702050

A.B.C.D.

369. The ______ pepper is small 2 1/4 by 1/2 inch, slim and club shaped. It is mainly usedfor pickling and sauces.

JalapenoSerranoFloral GemSanta Fe Grande

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank370. On of the oldest references to _____ is in a 5th century Chinese book. A black die was

made from this plant.ZucchiniHorseradishJicamaEggplant

A.B.C.D.

371. ______ looks like a turnip growing above ground sprouting long stems and leaves. Theflavor is similar to turnip and cabbage but is sweeter.

KohlrabiChayoteBeetJicama

A.B.C.D.

372. ______ is a term that refers to the development of flower heads before the harvestperiod and is usually caused by high temperatures.

BloomingFloweringBoltingnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

373. Less ______ should be given to plants grown in partial shade than to the same kind ofplants grown in full sun.

ironnitrogenphosphorouscalcium

A.B.C.D.

374. Which of the following are not varieties of Apricot?Chinese Mormon, Goldsweet, Royal GoldSun-Glow, Riland, PerfectionAprigold, Moongold, NuggetKing, Newcastle, Redsweet

A.B.C.D.

375. Excess fruit should be trimmed from Apricot trees in mid spring. Leave ______ inchesbetween individual apricots.

1-22-44-63

A.B.C.D.

376. In cool, humid coastal areas, Apricot trees are unusually subject to ________.blightbrown stemrot rootcrowngall

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank377. To harvest fresh beets all summer, you should plant seeds every ______.

week2 weeks3 weeksmonth

A.B.C.D.

378. Asparagus is a member of the ______ family.CompositaeCucubitaeRumohraLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

379. Asparagus should be planted in trenches8 inches wide and 8-10 inches deep.1 foot wide and 8-10 inches deep.8 inches wide and 6-8 inches deep.1 foot wide and 6-8 inches deep.

A.B.C.D.

380. Asparagus plants take ____ years to come into full production.2345

A.B.C.D.

381. If Asparagus beetles appear on Asparagus during the cutting season, the bestinsecticidal control is

SevinDiazinonDibromRotenone

A.B.C.D.

382. The _______ is a perennial vegetable that also has landscape value, producing athistle-like flower which can be cut for arrangements.

AsparagusParsleyFlowering cabbageArtichoke

A.B.C.D.

383. Artichokes are recommended for growing in Western Zones8-9, 15-248-9, 14-248, 14-16, 18-248, 14-24

A.B.C.D.

384. Artichokes are planted asseeds.bulbs.corms.dormant roots.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank385. Artichokes should be harvested when the buds

have been visible for 3 days.are just beginning to open.are slightly open and plump.are tight and plump.

A.B.C.D.

386. Artichokes belong to the ______ family.CompositaeRosaceaeGramineaeCucubitae

A.B.C.D.

387. Which Western Zones are recommended for nut production of Almonds?9-12, 15-16, 208-10, 12, 14-16, 19-217-10, 12, 14-16, 20-223-4, 15, 17, 19-22

A.B.C.D.

388. Which of the following are not varieties of Almonds?All-in-One, Carmel, Garden PrinceHall, Jordanolo, KaparielJordan, Pareil, GeorgiaNe Plus Ultra, Texas, Mission

A.B.C.D.

389. ______ will not develop properly in areas with cool summers and high humidity.ApplesAlmondsApricotsAsparagus

A.B.C.D.

390. ______ attacks twigs, killing them back and forming conkers on the main trunk andbranches in Almonds.

Brown RotBlack StemBlightFireblight

A.B.C.D.

391. In California, the two races of Avacados that are grown commercially areMexican and Honduran.Mexican and Guatemalan.Honduran and GuatemalanAvacado do not belong to races.

A.B.C.D.

392. Avacados belong to the _____ family.ChenopodiaceaeLauraceaeLiliaceaeRasaceae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank393. Which of the following Avocados have thin, pliable, and smooth skin?

Bacon, Gwen, JimBacon, Reed, DukeHass, Bacon, JimRincon, Bacon, Gwen

A.B.C.D.

394. Most varieties of Avocado trees grow to ____ feet.15202530

A.B.C.D.

395. Avocado trees form flowers in the_____.springfallsummerwinter

A.B.C.D.

396. Bush type lima beans require ____ growing days.78-9565-7575-8560-70

A.B.C.D.

397. After snap beans have started to produce, they should be picked every ____ days.5-77-103-5once a week

A.B.C.D.

398. Beets belong to the _____ family.ChenopodiaceaeCucubitaeRumohraLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

399. Beets should be harvested before they reach ____ inches in diameter.2435

A.B.C.D.

400. Which of the following varieties of blackberries are not the trailing type?Boysen, LoganEvergreen, HimalayaThornfree, CascadeMarian, Olallie

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank401. Blackberries belong to the _____ family.

RosaceaeCelastrusAegopodiumRudbeckia

A.B.C.D.

402. Red-berry mites on blackberries should be controlled with________.a dormant spray containing lime sulfura miticidediazinonDursban

A.B.C.D.

403. Blackberry cones should be pruned to ______ feet tall, leaving ______ cones on theplant.

5-7, 10-146-8, 12-164-6, 8-102-3, 6-8

A.B.C.D.

404. Blueberries belong to the _______ family.EucalyptusEndynionEricaceaeCaryopteris

A.B.C.D.

405. Blueberries grow best in Western Zones ________.2,314-167-94-6

A.B.C.D.

406. Blueberries are native to ________.South AmericaWestern U.S.EuropeEastern U.S.

A.B.C.D.

407. Blueberries should be planted ____ feet apart if used as an informal hedge.3542

A.B.C.D.

408. The following blueberries are ready to harvest in mid-season.Bluecrop, Blueray, ConcordAtlantic, Coville, DixiIvanhoe, Weymouth, RubelAlireblue, Beckyblue, Bluegem

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank409. Boysenberry is a type of _______.

BlackberryRaspberryBlueberryStrawberry

A.B.C.D.

410. Broccoli is a member of the _____ family.CruciferaeMoraceareLiliaceaeSolanaceae

A.B.C.D.

411. Broccoli is a cool-season plant which tends to _____ when temperatures are high.dieboltproduce leaf growthnone of these

A.B.C.D.

412. Broccoli plants should be planted ____ feet apart.1 1/21-242-3

A.B.C.D.

413. Brussel sprouts are _______.biennialsannualsperennialsnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

414. A single brussel sprout plant should produce ____ sprouts.20-3040-5030-4050-100

A.B.C.D.

415. Cabbage is a member of the ______ family.LeguminosaeCactoceaeAraceaeCruciferae

A.B.C.D.

416. Early varieties of cabbage mature in ____ from time of transplanting into garden.7-8 weeks2-3 months9-10 weeks3-4 months

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank417. To avoid over-production of cabbage, plants should be set out every _____.

4-5 days1-2 weeks2-3 days2-3 weeks

A.B.C.D.

418. Carrots belong to the ______ family.LeguminosaeCruciferaeUmbelliferaeCactoceae

A.B.C.D.

419. Carrots will grow in all western zones. The factor that usually determines varietyselection is ______________.

local marketswater availabilitylight availabilitysoil conditions

A.B.C.D.

420. Too much ______ will cause carrots to develop excessive top growth and forked roots.potassiumironphosphorousnitrogen

A.B.C.D.

421. When carrot tops are two inches high, they should be thinned to _____ apart.1 inch2 inches1 1/2 inches2 1/2 inches

A.B.C.D.

422. Cauliflower is easiest to grow in ______ climates.hot, humidcool, humidcool, dryhot, dry

A.B.C.D.

423. Popular varieties of cauliflower used by the home gardener are _________.Snowman, Early White, SnowcrownSnowball, Purplehead, SnowcrownSnowman, Purplehead, SnowcrownSnowman, Snowball, Early White

A.B.C.D.

424. Celeriac is a member of the ______ family.CruciferaeCactoceaeLeguminosaeUmbelliferae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank425. Celeriac should be harvested when roots are _____ inches in diameter or in about

_____ days.2, 1203, 1202, 1004, 90

A.B.C.D.

426. Celery should be fertilized every _____ weeks with ______ fertilizer.3-4, liquid3-4, granular2-3, liquid2-3, granular

A.B.C.D.

427. Chayote is a member of the ______ family.CruciferaeCucurbitaceaeUmbelliferaeCactaceae

A.B.C.D.

428. Chayote grows on vines that climb by _____.arial rootstwining stemstendrilsnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

429. A well grown Chayote plant should produce ____ fruits.20150100200

A.B.C.D.

430. Cherries belong to the _________ family.CompositaeRoaceaeCucurbitaeLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

431. Sweet cherry trees grow to _______ feet.15-2030-3525-3035-40

A.B.C.D.

432. Sweet cherries grow best in Western Zones _______.2, 6, 7, 14, 151, 5, 7, 13, 152, 7, 8, 13, 152, 7, 8, 14, 15

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank433. The following sweet cherry varieties will pollinate any other cherry variety.

Black Tartarian, Deacon, Republican, BingBlack Tartarian, Deacon, Republican, SamBlack Tartarian, Sam, Stella, Royal AnnBlack Tartarian, Sam, Stella, Bing

A.B.C.D.

434. The following cherries are self fertile.Sunburst, BingStella, SamSunburst, SamStella, Sunburst

A.B.C.D.

435. There are two kinds of Chinese Cabbage; ________ is tall with a narrow head._________ is short with a broad head.

Parsley, CeleryCelery, ParsleyWongbok, Pe-TsaiPe-Tsai, Wongbok

A.B.C.D.

436. Chinese cabbage is very prone to _____ in hot weather.die outboltstop growingproduce root growth

A.B.C.D.

437. Citrus fruits generally have _______ flowers.fragrantlargeinconspicuouspoisonous

A.B.C.D.

438. Citrus trees are __________________.deciduoussemi evergreennarrow-leafed evergreensbroad-leafed evergreens

A.B.C.D.

439. Citrus trees can be grown outdoors in Western Zones ___________.8, 9, 13-258, 9, 13-248, 9, 12-247, 8, 13-24

A.B.C.D.

440. Citrus flowers tend to draw _________.aphidsbeesantsthrips

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank441. ___________ and ____________ need the least heat of the citrus fruits.

Lemons and limesOranges and grapefruitOranges and limesOranges and lemons

A.B.C.D.

442. ______ and ______ are used as a major fundraiser for FFA Chapters across NewMexico.

Citrus, ApplesGrapefruit, ApplesPears, CitrusOranges, Pears

A.B.C.D.

443. Dwarf citrus trees are grown on understocks of _______ and _________.Dicirus, TrifoliataPoncirus, TrifoliataDicirus, TrifoliaPoncirus, Trifolia

A.B.C.D.

444. Hiryo understocks of citrus produce trees that are ______ feet tall.5-710-157-1015-20

A.B.C.D.

445. Citrus trees grown in containers should be watered ________ during the growingsystem.

every 2 weeksonce a weekevery 2 daystwice a week

A.B.C.D.

446. Mature citrus trees should receive ______ pounds of actual nitrogen each year.1-1 1/22-2 1/21 1/2-22 1/2-3

A.B.C.D.

447. ________ is the standard market lemon.LisbonSungoldEurekaImproved Meyer

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank448. ________ is rounder, thinner skinned, and more orange in color than the commercial

lemon.LisbonEurekaSungoldImproved Meyer

A.B.C.D.

449. Limes grow in Western Zones ______.21-2320-2220-2422-25

A.B.C.D.

450. ______ is the standard variety for market limes.BearsEustisTavaresMexican

A.B.C.D.

451. Which of the following are varieties of tangerines?Clementine, Dancy, EncoreClementine, Dancy, EustrisClementine, Encore, EustisClementine, Fairchild, Eustris

A.B.C.D.

452. The commercial oranges of the West are _______ navel and ______.Valencia, WashingtonWashington, HamlimValencia, Skaggs BonanzaWashington, Valencia

A.B.C.D.

453. _____ is the most widely planted orange in the world.HamlimWashingtonValenciaDiller

A.B.C.D.

454. ________ are characterized by red pigmentation in flesh, fruit and rind.Pink OrangesRed OrangesBlood Orangesnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

455. Two varieties of Kumquats are _______ and _______.Meiwa, FortunellaFortunella, NagamiMeiwa, NagamiMagami, Margarita

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank456. _______ are hybrids of "Dancy" tangerine and grapefruit.

TangelosMandarin OrangesTangorsGrapequat

A.B.C.D.

457. Citrus may suffer from _______ and ________ deficiency.phosphorous, ironiron, zincphosphorous, zinciron, calcium

A.B.C.D.

458. Weirdly deformed citrus fruit is caused by the _______.citrus budmitecitrus aphidmealy bugsscale

A.B.C.D.

459. To treat Brown Rot gunmosis, _________________.keep the trunk drypaint with Bordeaux paint mixturetrim and clean oozing woundsall of the above

A.B.C.D.

460. The West's main commercial type of grapefruit is _________.Ruby RedOro BlancoMarshStar Ruby

A.B.C.D.

461. Sweet cherry trees should be pruned ____________.to increase fruitingtwice a yearto maintain structureto decrease fruiting

A.B.C.D.

462. To control brown rot and blossom blight in cherries, you should spray with ______ asleaves fall in autumn.

RoteaneSulfurCopperIron

A.B.C.D.

463. The following varieties of sweet cherries ripen in late season.Bing, Deacon, StellaBlack Oregon, Kansas Sweet, LambertVan, Utah Giant, SunburstRoyal Ann, Mona, Corum

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank464. Sour cherry trees grow to ______ feet.

15252030

A.B.C.D.

465. Preferred varieties of sour cherries are ____________________.Montmorency, RichmondEnglish Morello, RichmondMontmorency, North StarEnglish Morello, North Star

A.B.C.D.

466. A cross section of ________ forms the outside part of the FFA emblem.a ball of cottona pod of chilian ear of cornnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

467. Corn grows in Western Zones __________.1-14, 16-241-13, 17-221-15, 17-24all zones

A.B.C.D.

468. Corn is a member of the _________ family.RosaceaeCurcurbitaeCraminaeaCompositae

A.B.C.D.

469. Once sweet corn is picked, its sugar changes to ____ very quickly.fatcellulosestarchnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

470. Corn seed should be sown ________ after the average date of the last frost.4 days2 weeks1 week1 month

A.B.C.D.

471. ________ and __________ are varieties of Sour-Acid Mandarin Oranges.Minneloa, OrlandoOtaheite, RangpurSampson, CrassifoliaOtaheite, Minneola

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank472. The scientific name of the sour or seville orange is citrus ______________.

aurantiumrutaceaecrassifoliaowari

A.B.C.D.

473. Coriander is a member of the ________ family.UmbelliferaeCucurbitaeBradynone of the above

A.B.C.D.

474. Coriander has _______ flowers.bluish whitepinkish whiteyellowred

A.B.C.D.

475. Coriander ________ are used for seasoning in cooked stews, __________ are used infresh salads.

roots, seedsseeds, rootsroot, leavesseeds, leaves

A.B.C.D.

476. Cucumbers belong to the ___________ family.LiliaceaeCurcurbitaticiceaeGramineaeCompositae

A.B.C.D.

477. Cucumber vines may be grown on a trellis, or provide ______ sq. ft. per hill.1050252

A.B.C.D.

478. The scientific name for dill is ____________.Irida granilaAnethum graveolensAnethum grainilaIrida graveolens

A.B.C.D.

479. Eggplant belongs to the _________________ family.CucurbitaeSolanaceaeGramineaeRosaceae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank480. Eggplant have __________ flowers that are _________ inches across.

white, 2 1/2violet, 2 1/2white, 1 1/2violet, 1 1/2

A.B.C.D.

481. To prevent Eggplants from producing too much fruit, you should _______________.not fertilizepinch out terminal growth and blossomsreduce water applicationsall of these

A.B.C.D.

482. For the home garden, corn should be planted in blocks instead of long rows, becausepollination is by _________.

windinsectswaternone of these

A.B.C.D.

483. Generally corn is ready to eat ________ weeks after silks first appear.5324

A.B.C.D.

484. To check for ripeness in corn, pop a grain with your thumb, the juice should_________________.

be wateryhave a doughy consistencybe milkynone of these

A.B.C.D.

485. When the tassels of corn emerge and when the silk forms, you should apply___________.

fertilizera good deep wateringinsecticidefungicide

A.B.C.D.

486. To control corn ear worms, use _______ or apply a mixture of _________ with mineraloil to the clusters of silk.

sevin, malathionsevin, diazinonmalathion, sevindiazinon, sevin

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank487. Endive is a member of the _____________ family.

CucurbitaeGramineaeCompositaeRumoheae

A.B.C.D.

488. The scientific name of Endive is ________________.Elaeagnus endiviaElaeagnus commutataCichorium endiviaCichorium commutata

A.B.C.D.

489. Endive matures in _______ days.70-7590-9580-85100-105

A.B.C.D.

490. ___________ or _____________ endives are the blanched sprouts from roots of akind of chicory.

Curly, FrenchCurly, EnglishEnglish, FrenchBelgian, French

A.B.C.D.

491. Figs belong to the _________ family.SolanaceaeMoraceaeCompositaeRosaceae

A.B.C.D.

492. Figs will grow outdoors in Westen Zones __________.5-10, 12-245-10, 13-234-9, 13-234-9, 12-24

A.B.C.D.

493. Fig trees grow to _______ feet tall.10-1530-4015-30none of these

A.B.C.D.

494. Fig trees are sometimes grown for their ornamental value. Trunks are ________.heavy, with smooth gray barkthin, with smooth light brown barkheavy, with smooth light brown barkheavy, with rough gray bark.

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank495. Fig trees will bear twice a year, the first crop is produced in June on __________. The

second crop is produced in September on __________.short spurs, long spurscurrent wood, last year's woodlast year's wood, current woodlong spurs, short spurs

A.B.C.D.

496. Commercial dried figs are the variety _________.Blue CelesteBrown TurkeyConadriaCalimyrna

A.B.C.D.

497. The best variety of fig for Southern New Mexico home gardens is ________.Blue CelesteTexas EverbearingBrown TurkeyMission

A.B.C.D.

498. Filberts belong to the ______________ family.SolanaceaeLiliaceaeBetulaceaeMoraceae

A.B.C.D.

499. Filbert trees make good ornamental trees. They have ______ leaves.oblong, ruffle-edgedround, ruffle-edgedoblong, serratedround, serrated

A.B.C.D.

500. The varieties of filberts must be planted to ensure cross-pollination. The followingvarieties are recommended for planting together.

Ennis, ButlerPurpurea, RoyalBarcelona, Butlerboth A and B

A.B.C.D.

501. Garlic is a member of the __________ family.BetulaceaeLiliaceaeGramineaeMoraceae

A.B.C.D.

502. When planting garlic, the cloves from the mother bulb should be planted ___________.base upbase downbase sidewayswithout being separated from the mother bulb

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank503. Giant or Elephant garlic has unusually large bulbs and have a ________ flavor.

mild garlicstrong garlicsweetnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

504. The scientific name of ginger is ___________________.Hedychium occidentalisHedychium officinaleZingiber occidentalisZingiber offincinale

A.B.C.D.

505. Ginger is usually planted by cutting _______ into ______ long sections.roots, 1-2 inchesrhizomes, 1-2 inchesroots, 2-4 inchesrhizomes, 2-4 inches

A.B.C.D.

506. The flowers of ginger are __________ and bloom in summer.pinkish-green with a red lipyellowish-green with a purple lippinkish-green with a purple lipyellowish green with no lip

A.B.C.D.

507. Why should leafy herbs, used for cooking, be cut early in the morning?they will wither and die late in the dayoil content is highest in the morningthe chemical that gives them flavor is the highest in the morningoil content is the lowest in the morning

A.B.C.D.

508. Herbs include plants that are considered valuable for many reasons, such as:seasoning, medicine, colorseasoning, medicine, appearance, household useseasoning, fragrance, appearanceseasoning, cleaning, medicine, fragrance

A.B.C.D.

509. The following herbs are good choices for a kitchen garden.chives, dill, thyme, lavenderbasil, mint, oregano, parsleybasil, mint, oregano, chamomilechives, basil, mint, tansey

A.B.C.D.

510. The following herbs are good moist areas.basil and mintbasil and oreganothyme and mintmint and parsley

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank511. The scientific name for Anise is

Pimpinella anagallisPimpernel anagallisPimpinella anisumPimpus rectus

A.B.C.D.

512. Leafy herbs are ready to harvest from the time _______ until _______.flowers appear; flowers are half openflower buds appear; flowers are half openflowers appear; flowers begin to fadeflower buds appear; flowers begin to fade

A.B.C.D.

513. Perennial herbs should not be cut back more than _________.1/21/41/32/3

A.B.C.D.

514. Before drying herbs, you should _____________________.wash off loose dirt in cool waterblot off excess moisturewash off loose dirt in hot waterboth A and B

A.B.C.D.

515. The room used for drying herbs should be ______________.light and warmlight and cooldark and cooldark and warm

A.B.C.D.

516. Herbs, after dried, should be stored in ________________.paper bagsplastic containersplastic bagsglass containers

A.B.C.D.

517. Seeds of herbs, such as dill and coriander, should be harvested when ___________.they turn brownthey are still greenseeds fall when stalks are gently tappedboth A and C

A.B.C.D.

518. Horseradish belongs to the ______________ family.CucurbiteaeCrucifereaenone of the above

A.B.C.


Horticulture Test Bank519. Horseradish grows best in ______ _____ soils.

hot, drycool, drycool, moisthot, moist

A.B.C.D.

520. Kale and Collards belong to the ________ family.CucurbitaeCrucifereaeCompositaeLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

521. Popular varieties of Kale are:Dwarf Siberian, AtlantaGeorgia, Dwarf Purple CurledBlue Curled, VatesDwarf Siberian, Dwarf Blue Curled

A.B.C.D.

522. Kohlrabi belongs to the family _________________.CucurbitaeCompositaeCrucifereaeLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

523. Leeks belong to the _________ family.GramineaeLiliaceaeMoraceaeCompositae

A.B.C.D.

524. Leeks do not form distinct ______.flowersrhizomesbulbsstems

A.B.C.D.

525. When leeks have considerable top growth, the soil should be drawn up around thestems to ________.

blanch the stemdevelop stronger root systemdevelop a mild flavorA and C

A.B.C.D.

526. Lettuce belongs to the __________ family.CrucifereaeMoraceaeCompositaeCurcurbitae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank527. Lettuce is considered a summer annual in Western Zones ______________.

2-7, 10, 111-7, 10, 112-7, 10, 121-7, 10, 12

A.B.C.D.

528. Crisp head lettuce produce best when the average monthly temperatures are ____.60-6550-5555-6065-70

A.B.C.D.

529. _______ and ________ are good varieties of Boston type lettuce.Bibb, ButtercrunchBibb, LimestoneBibb, ButterheadButtercrunch, Butterhead

A.B.C.D.

530. Popular varieties of loose-leaf lettuce are:Black-seeded Simpson, Slobolt, Paris IslandOak Leaf, Black-seeded Simpson, ImperialPrizehead, Ruby, Great LakesSaladbowl, Black-seeded Simpson, Oakleaf

A.B.C.D.

531. Popular varieties of Romaine lettuce are:White Paris, Valamaine, ImperialDark Green Cos, Volamaine, Paris IslandWhite Paris, Paris Island, Paris Hiltonnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

532. popular varieties of Red loose-leaf lettuce are:Red Sails, Ruby, Rouge d' HiverRed Sails, Red Oakleaf, RubyRed Oakleaf, Lollo Rosso, Perella RedRed Sails, Red Oakleaf, Perella Red

A.B.C.D.

533. Head lettuce should be spaced _______ apart. Leaf lettuce can grow ______ apart.1 ft., 3 in.1 1/2 ft., 4 in.1 ft., 4 in.8 in., 4 in.

A.B.C.D.

534. When lettuce begins to go to seed, it becomes _________.sweeterbittertoughnone of these

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank535. Macadamia belongs to the __________ family.

MoraceaeProtaeceaeLiliaceaeRosaceae

A.B.C.D.

536. Macadamia trees are ____________.EvergreenDeciduousSemi-evergreenshrubs

A.B.C.D.

537. Macadamia nuts grow best in Western Zones ___________.21, 2223, 2422, 2324, 25

A.B.C.D.

538. Macadamia trees grow _______ tall, with a ______ diameter.20-25, 10-1525-30, 15-2040-45, 10-1530-35, 15-20

A.B.C.D.

539. The scientific name of smooth-shell macadamia is __________.Macadamia tetraphyllaMaclura tetraphyllaMacadamia integrifoliaMaclura integrifolia

A.B.C.D.

540. Melons belong to the __________ family.CompositaeCucurbitaceaeRosaceaeCrucifereae

A.B.C.D.

541. To ripen to full sweetness, a melon needs _____________ of heat.2-3 months3-4 1/2 months2 1/2-4 months90 days

A.B.C.D.

542. Good varieties of muskmelons for cooler climates are ____________________.Hale's Best, Honey Rock, AmbrosiaHale's Best, Honey Rock, PersianHoney Rock, Samson, CrenshawHoney Rock, Honey Ball, Ambrosia

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank543. When planting melons, plant on mounds one foot wide, on south side of mound make

a furrow _______ inches wide and ______ inches deep for irrigation.8, 610, 610, 812, 8

A.B.C.D.

544. Banana's belong to the _____________ family.MoraceaeProtaeceaeMusceaeGramineae

A.B.C.D.

545. Banana's should be planted in _____________.suna wind sheltered spotshadeboth A and C

A.B.C.D.

546. Bananas spread by _______ or _______.suckers, underground rootssuckers, rhizomestrailing stems, rhizomesrhizomes, underground roots

A.B.C.D.

547. Okra belongs to the ___________ family.LeguminosaeMoraceaeMalvaceaeMusceae

A.B.C.D.

548. Okra seeds should be stratified before planting by soaking them for _____ hours inwater.

12201624

A.B.C.D.

549. Okra is best if harvested when the pods are _________ inches long.1-36-83-6less than 2

A.B.C.D.

550. The scientific name of Olive is:Oleaceae europaeaOlea sevillanoOleaceae oleaOlea eruopaea

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank551. The foliage of the olive tree is ______________.

broad and roughnarrow and roughbroad and hairy willow-like and soft

A.B.C.D.

552. Olive trees can withstand temperature down to ___ degrees F.10201525

A.B.C.D.

553. Without leaching and processing, olives are __________.inediblehard to cracksournone of these

A.B.C.D.

554. Parsley belongs to the _________ family.GramineaeUmbelliferaeLiliaceaeLeguminosae

A.B.C.D.

555. When mature parsnip roots are left in the ground, they become ___________.sweet and firmbitter and toughtough and woodynone of these

A.B.C.D.

556. Peas belong to the _________ family.LiliaceaeCucurbitaeLeguminosaeCompositae

A.B.C.D.

557. Good varieties of bush-type peas are:Little Marvel, Alderman, Yellow ArrowGreen Arrow, Alderman, Blue BallBlue Bantam, Green Arrow, AlderLittle Marvel, Blue Bantam, Green Arrow

A.B.C.D.

558. Edible pod snow pea varieties are:Dwarf Gray Sugar, Sugar SnapDwarf, Gray Sugar, AldermanSugar Snap, Green SugarSugar Snap, Blue Sugar

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank559. Peas must be planted at the right time. They need _________ weather to produce.

wetwarmcooldry

A.B.C.D.

560. Peas need ______ soil to grow properly.acidnonacida claya sandy

A.B.C.D.

561. The scientific name for peach is:Prunus persicaPersica cordataPrunus cordataPersica nucipersica

A.B.C.D.

562. Peaches and nectarines belong to the ________ family.PlumoseaeRosaceaeRumohraCucurbitae

A.B.C.D.

563. Peach trees reach peak production at ____ years.4-68-126-1010-14

A.B.C.D.

564. Lack of winter chilling in Peaches results in:delayed foliagedeath of the treefew fruitsall of the above

A.B.C.D.

565. Winter chilling is given as the number of hours below ______ degrees F a tree mustexperience during the dormant season.

35454050

A.B.C.D.

566. Mature peach trees should be pruned during the dormant season, ______ of previousyear's growth should be removed.

1/41/21/32/3

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank567. Peach and nectarine trees are most susceptible to _________ and _________.

Peach rot, borersleaf curl, Blossom end rotleaf curl, borersleaf curl, scale

A.B.C.D.

568. To control peach leaf curl, dormant spray is used. Apply in _______ and ______before buds begin to swell.

October, FebruaryNovember, FebruaryOctober, JanuaryNovember, January

A.B.C.D.

569. Sprays containing oil and __________ or __________ will control scale.Bordeaux Mix, Fixed CopperLime Sulfur, Fixed CopperDursban, Fixed CopperLime Sulfur, Bordeaux Mix

A.B.C.D.

570. Borers attack trees ____________________.at the crotch of branchesjust above ground levelat the growth budsjust below ground level

A.B.C.D.

571. The best dwarf varieties of Peaches and Nectarines are _______________.graftednaturalgeneticB and C

A.B.C.D.

572. Varieties of Dwarf Peaches are:Honey Babe, Garden Gold, Bonanza, Garden DelightHoney Babe, Garden Gold, Bonanza, EmpressPix Zee, Garden Gold, Empress, Garden DelightSouthern Belle, Nectarina, Silver Prolific, Pix Zee

A.B.C.D.

573. Varieties of Dwarf Nectarines are:Golden Prolific, Nectar Babe, Garden Delight, BonanzaNectar Babe, Nectarina, Necta Zee, Golden TreasureGolden Prolific, Nectar Babe, Necta Zee, SunbonnetSouthern Belle, Nectarina, Silver Prolific, Pix Zee

A.B.C.D.

574. Peanuts belong to the ______________ family.LiliaceaeGramineaeLeguminosaeImpositae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank575. Peanut plants grow _________ high.

1 ft.10-20 in.12-15 in.2 ft.

A.B.C.D.

576. New Mexico produces _________ percent of the Valencia peanuts in the UnitedStates.

709080100

A.B.C.D.

577. After flowers fade in peanuts, a _________ develops at the flower base and growsdown into the soil.

pegstempeanutnone of these

A.B.C.D.

578. Valencia peanuts usually have ____ seeds in each hull.2435

A.B.C.D.

579. The scientific name for the edible pear is _____________.Pyrus PyrifoliaPyrus SerotinaPyrus CommunisPyrus Ussuriensis

A.B.C.D.

580. Pear trees have a _______ form.broad headopenpyramidalnone of these

A.B.C.D.

581. Common commercial varieties of Pears are:Bartlett, Cascade, KiefferBartlett, LeConte, Fan StilAnjou, Bosc, Sure CropAnjou, Bartlett, Bosc

A.B.C.D.

582. Peppers belong to the __________ family.MoraceaeRosaceaeSolanaceaeAmaryllidaceae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank583. Pimentos are ________ peppers.

thin walledgreenthick walledpurple

A.B.C.D.

584. Onions belong to the ___________ family.UmbelliferaeAmaryllidaceaeLeguminosaeLiliaceae

A.B.C.D.

585. Onions are _____________.annualsperennialbiennialsdeciduous

A.B.C.D.

586. Onions rank _______ in cash receipts of New Mexico Agricultural Commodities.1 or 23 or 45 of 67 or 8

A.B.C.D.

587. When onions are pencil size, they should be thinned to ______ inches apart.1-25-63-47-8

A.B.C.D.

588. Onions should be harvested when ______________________________.the bulbs are 4" in diameterthe tops fall overthe tops have begun to yellowboth B and C

A.B.C.D.

589. The scientific name of oregano is:Origanum dictamnusOriganum valgateOrganum hortensisOriganum majorana

A.B.C.D.

590. Oregano spreads by _________________.rootssuckersunderground stemsnone of these

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank591. For best flavor, oregano should be trimmed to prevent ________________.

overgrowthseed productionfloweringleaf scorch

A.B.C.D.

592. The scientific name of the commercial Date Palm is ____________________.Phoenix canariensisPhoenix reclinataPhoenix rupicolaPhoenix dactylifera

A.B.C.D.

593. Dates are native to __________________.EuropeSouth Americathe Middle EastAfrica

A.B.C.D.

594. Date Palms can survive temperatures down to _________ degrees F.100-10-20

A.B.C.D.

595. Pineapple is a member of the _____________ family.BetulaceaeBromeliaceaeMoraceaeMalvaceae

A.B.C.D.

596. Pineapple fruit will form ______________ after planting.6 months2 years1 year3 years

A.B.C.D.

597. Pinon Pine tree needles are __________________________.1-2 inches long in bundles of 32-3 inches long in bundles of 43-4 inches long in bundles of 21-2 inches long in bundles of 4

A.B.C.D.

598. The scientific name for the Pinon is ___________________.Pinus cembroidesPinus eldaricaPinus mugoPinus halepensis

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank599. The scientific name for Pistachio is ________________________.

Pistacia atlanticaPistacia veraPistacia chinensisPistacia verata

A.B.C.D.

600. Pistachio's belong to the ______________ family.BromeliaceaeBetulaceaeAnacardiaceaeMoraceae

A.B.C.D.

601. Be sure to include a male pistachio tree when planting, the most widely planted malevariety is ________________.

KermanPetersHermanBruce

A.B.C.D.

602. The scientific name of the American Wild Plum is ________________.Prunus besseyiPrunus institiaPrunus salicinaPrunus domestica

A.B.C.D.

603. Commercial plums are either of the ______ type, or ________ type.European, DamsonAmerican, EuropeanAmerican, JapaneseJapanese, European

A.B.C.D.

604. Common varieties of Japanese Plums are:Autumn Rosa, Nubiana, Satsuma, StanleyAutumn Rosa, Beauty, Burbank, Santa RosaSanta Rosa, Friar, Wickson, BrooksSanta Rosa, French Plume, Mariposa, Golden Nectar

A.B.C.D.

605. Common varieties of European Plums are:Damson, Brooks, French Prune, ImperialItalian Prune, President, Stanley, Santa RosaBrooks, President, Imperial, Queen AnneKelsey, Howard Miracle, Sugar, French Prune

A.B.C.D.

606. __________ plums bloom late and are better adapted than ___________ plums toareas with late frosts.

American, EuropeanJapanese, EuropeanAmerican, JapaneseEuropean, Japanese

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank607. ___________ plums are larger and juicier than _________ plums.

American, EuropeanJapanese, EuropeanAmerican, JapaneseEuropean, Japanese

A.B.C.D.

608. Common varieties of American Plums are:Pipestone, Sugar, PresidentCompass, Waneta, SapaltaSapa, Waneta, ImperialStanley, Kelsey, Howard Miracle

A.B.C.D.

609. Japanese plums should receive ______ pounds of actual nitrogen per year.1-23-41-35

A.B.C.D.

610. To control twig borers in Plum trees, spray when ________________.buds begin to swellbuds show whitebefore buds swellbuds are open

A.B.C.D.

611. Plum trees should be pruned to a _________________.central leadervase shapemodified leadernone of these

A.B.C.D.

612. Prunes are _______ Plums.AmericanJapaneseEuropeanHybrid

A.B.C.D.

613. Japanese plums must be thinned. Heavy bearing of Japanese Plums results in _____fruit.

smallsourbittertough

A.B.C.D.

614. To prevent Brown Rot, leaf spot, and fruit spot in plums, spray with _______ weekly asfruit matures.

copperwettable sulfurBordeaux MixLime sulfur

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank615. Popcorn should be harvested when the __________________________.

kernels are plumpears are thoroughly drytassels have wiltedsilks have wilted

A.B.C.D.

616. Potatoes belong to the family _________________.CompositaeSolanaceaeMoraceaeMalvaceae

A.B.C.D.

617. Potato tubers become ________ in heavy, poorly drained soil.rottendeformeddisease infestedinsect infested

A.B.C.D.

618. You should buy _________ seed potatoes for planting.newcertifiedseasonedregistered

A.B.C.D.

619. Pumpkins belong to the ________________ family.CruciferaeCucurbitaceaeRosaceaeMoraceae

A.B.C.D.

620. The following are varieties of pumpkins that grow 30-40 inches across.Big Tom, Jack O' Lantern, Big JackBig Tom, Jack O' Lantern, Big MaxBig Jack, Jack O' Lantern, Big MaxConnecticut Field, Jack O' Lantern, Big John

A.B.C.D.

621. Pumpkins should be allowed to grow in an area of _________ feet in diameter.6-1012-168-1214-18

A.B.C.D.

622. Pumpkins that only reach 3 inches in diameter and are used as decoration are:Sweetie Pie, Jack Be LittleSmall Sugar, Jack Be LittleSmall Sugar, Trick or TreatSugar, Trick or Treat

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank623. Radish belongs to the ______________ family.

CucurbitaceaeSolanaceaeCruciferaeCompositae

A.B.C.D.

624. Radishes can be harvested _________ after sowing seeds.2 weeks3 months3 weeks4 months

A.B.C.D.

625. Common Radish varieties are:Cherry Belle, Scarlet White-tipped, IcicleCherry Belle, Crimson Giant, Red GladeCherry Belle, Red Chinese, IcicleCherry Belle, Cherry Bite, Crimson Giant

A.B.C.D.

626. Raspberries belong to the _______________ family.MoraceaeRosaceaeGramineaeMusceae

A.B.C.D.

627. Common varieties of Raspberry are:Conby, Cuthbert, RedberryFairview, Indian Summer, BlueberryLatham, Meeker, BertaDunham, Heritage, Bababerry

A.B.C.D.

628. Most raspberries should be trained on a trellis. The bottom wires should be ______feet from the ground. The top wires should be ______ feet from the ground.

1 1/2, 3-41 1/2, 4-52 1/2, 4-52 1/2, 3-4

A.B.C.D.

629. To prune ______________ raspberries, cut off upper portion that has born fruit insummer, next year's fruit will be on lower parts of the cone.

summer bearingspring bearingfall bearingnone of these

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank630. Blackberry fruit is __________ and _________ with a darker color and more distinct

flavor than Red Raspberries.larger and sweeterfirmer and sweetersmaller and sweeterfirmer and seedier

A.B.C.D.

631. Rhubarb belongs to the ______________ family.ChenopodiaceaePolygonaceaeUmbelliferaeAmaryllidaceae

A.B.C.D.

632. Preferred varieties of Rhubarb:Cherry, Strawberry, Red DeliciousCherry, Strawberry, CrimsonCherry, Strawberry, MacDonaldCherry, Strawberry, McDaniel

A.B.C.D.

633. Rhubarb should not be cut with a knife. This will prevent ______________.insect invasionrustnematode incasionrot

A.B.C.D.

634. Spinach belongs to the ___________________ family.PolygonaceaeSolanaceaeCucurbitaceaeAmaryllidaceae

A.B.C.D.

635. Bush varieties of summer squash can be planted ________ ft apart.1324

A.B.C.D.

636. Summer squash should be harvested when they are __________________.small and tenderfully maturelarge tendernone of these

A.B.C.D.

637. Immature fruits of summer squash sometimes rot while still tiny; the blossom has________________.

been wetdeveloped diseasenot been pollinatedinsects

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank638. Strawberries belong to the __________ family.

ChenopodiaceaeRosaceaeMalvaceaeAnacardiaceae

A.B.C.D.

639. Strawberries are sometimes labeled day-neutral. This means:Flowering is affected by the length of the day.Flowering is affected by the length of night.Flowering is affected by the photoperiod.none of the above

A.B.C.D.

640. June bearing Strawberries:produce one crop per year.produce strawberries only in June.are the highest quality strawberries.both A and C

A.B.C.D.

641. The following are varieties of Everbearing strawberries:Ozark Beauty, Quinault, Fort LaramieBenton, Ozark Beauty, DouglasOgallala, Olympus, TotemBrighton, Lassen, Douglas

A.B.C.D.

642. When planting strawberries, the crown should be:above the soil leveleven with the soil levelbelow the soil levelit doesn't matter at what level strawberries are planted.

A.B.C.D.

643. Strawberries should be fertilized twice a year. When?once at the beginning of spring growth, again when flowers start to form.once at the beginning of spring growth, again when berries start to form.once at the beginning of the spring growth, again after the first crop.once at the beginning of spring growth, again in September.

A.B.C.D.

644. If runners are pinched off strawberry plants _________________________.plants will not produce berriesplants will be larger with small yields of large berriesplants will be small with small yields of large berriesplants will be large with large yields of small berries.

A.B.C.D.

645. Strawberries are subject to the following diseases:Root Rot, Stem Rot, Verticillium WiltRoot Rot, Powdery Mildew, Verticillium WiltRed Stele, Yellows, Verticillium WiltYellows, Spider Mites, Verticillium

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank646. The most common method for training vine-type tomato plants is:

using a wire cylindertying plants to a 6 foot long stakeusing a hanging containernone of these

A.B.C.D.

647. The scientific name of Tomatillo is:Physalis alkekengiPhysalis ixocarpaPhysalis peruvianaPhysalis pruinosa

A.B.C.D.

648. Popular large-fruited tomatoes are:Beef Steak, Big Boy, Big GirlBeef Steak, Beef Master, Wonder BoyBeef Steak, Spring Giant, Early GirlBeef Master, Sun Ray, Big Girl

A.B.C.D.

649. "Early" varieties of tomatoes _________ at a lower night temperature than mid seasonor late varieties.

surviveflowerset fruitdevelop fruit

A.B.C.D.

650. popular small-fruited tomato varieties are:Red Cherry, Sweet 100, Tiny TimSweet Million, Valiant, PixieToy Boy, Ace, Yellow PearPritchard, Salad Top, Small Fry

A.B.C.D.

651. What common problems of tomatoes are physiological and can be corrected bymaintaining uniform soil moisture?

nematodes, fruit rot, cracked fruitfusarium, blossom drop, split fruitleaf roll, blossom-end rot, cracked fruitleaf spot, blossom-end rot, cracked fruit

A.B.C.D.

652. If a package of tomato seed is marked with the keys FF, T, A, L this means the plantsare resistant to _____________________________.

Fusarium 1 & 2, Tomato mosaic, alternaria, leafspotFusarium 3 & 4, Tomato mosaic, alternaria, leafspotFusarium 3 & 4, Tobacco mosaic, alternaria, septoriaFusarium 1 & 2, Tobacco mosaic, alternaria, septoria

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank653. Turnips belong to the ______________ family.

CucurbitaceaeLiliaceaeCruciferaeAnacardiaceae

A.B.C.D.

654. Sweet Potatoes belong to the ____________________ family.RosaceaeConvolvulaceaeCucurbiteaeLabiatae

A.B.C.D.

655. Sweet Potatoes should not be stored below ______ degrees F.45655575

A.B.C.D.

656. To plant sweet potatoes, mark rows 3 feet apart and ditch between them to form ridges________ high. Space plants _____ apart.

3-6 inches, 8-10 inches6-9 inches, 10-12 inches6-9 inches, 14-16 inches9-12 inches, 14-16 inches

A.B.C.D.

657. The scientific name of tarragon is ___________________.Artemisia dracunculusArtemisia canaArtemisia absinthiumArtemisia ludoviciana

A.B.C.D.

658. Thyme belongs to the _______________________ family.ConvolvulaceaeLabiataeGramineaeMoraceae

A.B.C.D.

659. The scientific name of common thyme is ____________________________.Thymus citriodorusThymus herba-baronaThymus vulgarisnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

660. Tomatoes belong to the ___________ family.RosaceaeCucurbitaeSolanaceaeLabiatae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank661. To grow your own tomatoes from seed, sow seeds ________ weeks before the

average last freeze date for your area.2648

A.B.C.D.

662. Typically, ___________ tomato plants can supply a family of 4 fresh fruit and some forprocessing.

2648

A.B.C.D.

663. ______________ type of tomato plants are bushy.CherryDeterminateSaladIndeterminate

A.B.C.D.

664. Turnip roots become __________ if the soil is dry.juiciermore fibrousmildermore pungent

A.B.C.D.

665. ___________ is a native New Mexico Black Walnut.Juglans cinereaJunglans hindsiiJuglans majornone of the above

A.B.C.D.

666. English Walnuts are native to:Southwest AsiaAfricaEnglandNorth America

A.B.C.D.

667. The scientific name of the English Walnut is:Juglans cinereaJuglans hindsiiJuglans regiaNone of the above

A.B.C.D.

668. Watermelon belongs to the _________________ family.CruciferaeCucurbitaceaeMoraceaeConvolvulaceae

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank669. Watermelon plants need _____ feet by _____ feet spacing.

4, 66, 86, 68, 8

A.B.C.D.

670. Chestnuts belong to the genus ________________.MollissimaCastaneaSativaDunstan

A.B.C.D.

671. The ____________ Chestnut is nearing extinction as the result of a fungus disease.AmericanKoreanChineseSpanish

A.B.C.D.

672. The Spanish Chestnut is native to _______________.ChinaSouth AmericaKoreaSouthern Europe

A.B.C.D.

673. _____________ are the Chestnuts usually sold at supermarkets.AmericanKoreanChineseSpanish

A.B.C.D.

674. Dunstan hybrid chestnuts are offspring of __________ and __________ chestnuts.American, ChineseAmerican, KoreanAmerican, SpanishChinese, Spanish

A.B.C.D.

675. The scientific name of pomegranate is ___________________.Punica chicoPunica granatumPunica legrelleiPunica arena

A.B.C.D.

676. Pomegranates grow best in ________ soil.acidneutralalkalinenone of these

A.B.C.D.


Horticulture Test Bank677. The leaves of the pomegranate tree are:

narrow, glossy, bright greennarrow, hairy, bright greenwide, glossy, bronzewide, glossy, bright green

A.B.C.D.

678. The _________ may drill holes in the pomegranate fruit, causing it to spoil.Twig BorerSidder BeetleSnout BeetleLeaf-footed Plant Bug

A.B.C.D.

679. ______________ is the best known fruiting variety of pomegranate.FreshmanKingWonderfulPhil Arena's

A.B.C.D.

680. European grapes need ________________________.hot, wet climatescool, wet climatesmild, dry climatesnone of the above

A.B.C.D.

681. Grapefruit ripens ______ months after it blooms.10181220

A.B.C.D.

682. Squash belongs to the __________ family.PolygonaceaeSolanaceaeCucurbitaceaeAmaryllidaceae

A.B.C.D.

683. Popular varieties of English Walnuts are:Cook's Giant Sweet, Adams, RinconFran, Idaho, MayetteEureka, Hortensis, CarmeloDrummond, Payne, Placentia

A.B.C.D.

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