How to Cultivate Sorb Apples
  • 1. What is the scientific name for sorb apple?
A) Malus sylvestris
B) Crataegus monogyna
C) Pyrus communis
D) Sorbus domestica
  • 2. What type of climate does sorb apple prefer?
A) Arid
B) Arctic
C) Temperate
D) Tropical
  • 3. What is the best method for propagating sorb apple?
A) Cutting
B) Grafting
C) Layering
D) Seed
  • 4. What type of soil is best for sorb apple?
A) Sandy
B) Peat
C) Well-drained, loamy
D) Clay
  • 5. At what age does sorb apple typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years
B) 20+ years
C) Immediately after planting
D) 5-10 years
  • 6. What is the ideal pH range for sorb apple soil?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for sorb apple?
A) Balanced NPK
B) High Nitrogen
C) High Phosphorus
D) High Potassium
  • 8. How often should sorb apple trees be watered, especially when young?
A) Regularly, during dry periods
B) Daily
C) Never
D) Rarely, only during extreme drought
  • 9. What is the main pest that commonly affects sorb apple trees?
A) Aphids
B) Snails
C) Deer
D) Rabbits
  • 10. What disease is sorb apple susceptible to?
A) Black spot
B) Rust
C) Fire blight
D) Powdery mildew
  • 11. What is the purpose of pruning sorb apple trees?
A) To attract more pests
B) To prevent flowering
C) To stunt growth
D) To improve fruit production and tree shape
  • 12. When is the best time to prune sorb apple trees?
A) Summer
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Autumn
D) Any time of year
  • 13. How far apart should sorb apple trees be planted?
A) 1-2 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 50+ feet
D) 20-30 feet
  • 14. What is the typical size of a mature sorb apple tree?
A) 30-50 feet
B) 100+ feet
C) 5-10 feet
D) 1-2 feet
  • 15. What is the color of ripe sorb apples?
A) Blue
B) Yellowish-green to reddish-brown
C) Black
D) Purple
  • 16. How are sorb apples typically consumed?
A) Discarded as inedible
B) Eaten raw directly from the tree
C) Used as animal feed
D) Processed into jams, jellies, or beverages
  • 17. What is a key characteristic of sorb apple fruit compared to regular apples?
A) Larger size
B) Sweeter flavor when raw
C) Brighter color
D) Tannic and acidic flavor when raw
  • 18. What is the role of pollination in sorb apple cultivation?
A) Causes deformed fruit
B) Only required for seed production
C) Essential for fruit set
D) Irrelevant for fruit set
  • 19. What can be done to improve pollination in a sorb apple orchard?
A) Cover the trees with netting
B) Spray with insecticides
C) Introduce pollinators like bees
D) Remove all other flowering plants
  • 20. What is the purpose of mulching around sorb apple trees?
A) To attract pests
B) To increase soil acidity
C) To prevent root growth
D) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
  • 21. How does sorb apple contribute to biodiversity?
A) Has no effect on biodiversity
B) Provides food and habitat for wildlife
C) Reduces the variety of plant life
D) Attracts invasive species
  • 22. What is the best way to store sorb apples after harvest?
A) Direct sunlight
B) Warm and humid place
C) Cool and dry place
D) Freezing immediately
  • 23. What is the approximate chill hour requirement for sorb apple?
A) 100-200 hours
B) No chill hours required
C) 800-1000 hours
D) 1500+ hours
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of growing sorb apple?
A) Provides unique fruit
B) Requires minimal maintenance
C) Attractive ornamental tree
D) Supports local ecosystems
  • 25. What is a common use of sorb apple wood?
A) Fuelwood
B) Turnery and carving
C) Construction lumber
D) Paper production
  • 26. Which continent is sorb apple native to?
A) North America
B) Europe
C) Australia
D) Asia
  • 27. What is the meaning of 'domestica' in Sorbus domestica?
A) Cultivated
B) Mountain
C) Wild
D) Small
  • 28. Why might a support stake be needed for a young sorb apple tree?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To protect from wind damage
C) To accelerate growth
D) To make harvesting easier
  • 29. How can you tell if a sorb apple is ready for harvest?
A) When the leaves start to change color
B) Slightly softened fruit with easily detachable stem
C) Fruit that falls from the tree on its own
D) Hard fruit that is firmly attached to the stem
  • 30. What role does sorb apple play historically?
A) Traditional ingredient in fermented beverages
B) Used exclusively for ornamental purposes
C) Primary food source for early humans
D) Used solely for animal fodder
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