How to Grow Dandelion Greens
  • 1. What is the best time of year to plant dandelion seeds for greens?
A) Mid-winter
B) Early spring or late summer
C) Late autumn
D) Mid-summer
  • 2. What type of soil is best for growing dandelion greens?
A) Heavy clay soil
B) Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
C) Pure sand
D) Sandy, alkaline soil
  • 3. How much sunlight do dandelion greens need?
A) Very little sunlight
B) Only shade
C) No sunlight
D) Full sun to partial shade
  • 4. How deep should you plant dandelion seeds?
A) 1/4 inch
B) 1/2 inch
C) 1 inch
D) 2 inches
  • 5. How often should you water dandelion greens?
A) Regularly, keeping the soil moist
B) Once a month
C) Never, they're weeds
D) Only when the soil is bone dry
  • 6. When can you begin harvesting dandelion greens?
A) About 45-60 days after planting
B) Never, they're poisonous
C) After 1 year
D) Immediately after planting
  • 7. What part of the dandelion plant is typically eaten as greens?
A) The seeds
B) The flowers
C) The roots
D) The leaves
  • 8. What does blanching dandelion greens do?
A) Makes them sweeter
B) Makes them tougher
C) Increases bitterness
D) Reduces bitterness
  • 9. How do you blanch dandelion greens?
A) Freezing them
B) Exposing them to direct sunlight
C) Boiling them for a long time
D) Covering them to block sunlight
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects dandelion greens?
A) Earthworms
B) Butterflies
C) Ladybugs
D) Aphids
  • 11. How can you control aphids on dandelion greens organically?
A) Using harsh chemical pesticides
B) Using insecticidal soap
C) Burning the plants
D) Ignoring them
  • 12. What is a common disease that affects dandelion greens?
A) None, they are very resistant
B) Powdery mildew
C) Leaf curl
D) Root rot
  • 13. How can you prevent powdery mildew on dandelion greens?
A) Ensure good air circulation
B) Ignoring the plants
C) Planting in full shade
D) Watering the leaves frequently
  • 14. What is the best way to harvest dandelion greens?
A) Let the leaves die and then collect them
B) Pull the entire plant up by the roots
C) Cut the outer leaves, leaving the inner ones to grow
D) Cut all the leaves at once
  • 15. How should you store harvested dandelion greens?
A) In the freezer without washing
B) At room temperature in direct sunlight
C) In the refrigerator in a plastic bag
D) In a paper bag in a warm place
  • 16. How long can you typically store dandelion greens in the refrigerator?
A) 1 day
B) 1 month
C) 1-2 weeks
D) 3-5 days
  • 17. What is a common way to prepare dandelion greens for eating?
A) Eating them raw without washing
B) Sautéing them with garlic and olive oil
C) Boiling them until they are mushy
D) Frying them in heavy batter
  • 18. What is a nutritional benefit of dandelion greens?
A) They are high in sugar
B) They contain no nutrients
C) They are high in vitamins A, C, and K
D) They are low in fiber
  • 19. What part of the dandelion *besides* the leaves is edible?
A) None of the other parts
B) Roots and flowers
C) Only the stem
D) Only the seeds
  • 20. Why might you want to choose a cultivated variety of dandelion?
A) Cultivated dandelions grow faster.
B) Wild dandelions are illegal to eat.
C) They are more bitter than wild dandelions.
D) They are less bitter than wild dandelions.
  • 21. What is the ideal pH for growing dandelion greens?
A) Below 3.0
B) 4.0 to 5.0
C) 6.0 to 7.0
D) 8.0 to 9.0
  • 22. What does 'bolting' refer to in dandelion greens?
A) Premature flowering, making the leaves more bitter.
B) The roots growing too deep.
C) The leaves turning yellow.
D) The plant dying suddenly.
  • 23. How can you prevent bolting in dandelion greens?
A) Plant in mid-summer
B) Provide too little water.
C) Expose them to direct sunlight.
D) Provide adequate water and avoid excessive heat.
  • 24. What is a good companion plant for dandelion greens?
A) Radishes
B) Corn
C) Sunflowers
D) Tomatoes
  • 25. What is the primary reason to grow dandelions in a container?
A) To make them grow faster.
B) To control their spread.
C) To make them taste better.
D) To protect them from the sun.
  • 26. What should you do to prepare dandelion seeds before planting?
A) Soak them in water for 24 hours.
B) Scarify them.
C) Refrigerate them for 2 weeks.
D) No preparation is usually needed.
  • 27. Which of these tools is LEAST useful for harvesting dandelion greens?
A) Shovel
B) Knife
C) Scissors
D) Gloves
  • 28. What benefit do dandelions offer to pollinators?
A) They provide shelter
B) They repel harmful insects
C) They do not offer any benefits
D) Early source of nectar and pollen
  • 29. How does nitrogen affect the growth of dandelion greens?
A) Promotes leafy growth
B) Promotes flowering
C) Inhibits growth
D) Promotes root growth
  • 30. What is the best time of day to harvest dandelion greens for optimal flavor?
A) Evening
B) Morning
C) Any time of day is fine
D) Afternoon
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