How to Cultivate Dragon Fruits
  • 1. What type of climate is best for dragon fruit cultivation?
A) Arctic
B) Tropical or subtropical
C) Desert
D) Temperate
  • 2. Dragon fruit is a member of which plant family?
A) Citrus
B) Rose
C) Cactus
D) Orchid
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for dragon fruit soil?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 8.0-9.0
C) 9.0-10.0
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How are dragon fruit plants typically propagated?
A) Seeds
B) Root division
C) Stem cuttings
D) Air layering
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of a support structure for dragon fruit?
A) To protect from sun
B) To support the plant's weight and growth
C) To provide nutrients
D) To attract pollinators
  • 6. How often should dragon fruit plants be watered?
A) Only during flowering
B) Never
C) Regularly, but avoid waterlogging
D) Only during fruiting
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is beneficial for dragon fruit?
A) Balanced NPK fertilizer
B) High potassium fertilizer only
C) High nitrogen fertilizer only
D) High phosphorus fertilizer only
  • 8. When do dragon fruit plants typically begin to produce fruit after planting?
A) 6-12 months
B) 1-2 months
C) 10+ years
D) 3-5 years
  • 9. What is the typical flowering time for dragon fruit?
A) Afternoon
B) Night
C) All day
D) Morning
  • 10. Which pollinator is most important for dragon fruit?
A) Bats and moths
B) Bees
C) Butterflies
D) Birds
  • 11. What is the ideal temperature range for dragon fruit growth?
A) 0-10°F (-18 - -12°C)
B) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
C) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
D) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
  • 12. How much sunlight do dragon fruit plants need?
A) 6-8 hours of sunlight
B) 2-3 hours of sunlight
C) Indirect sunlight only
D) Full shade
  • 13. What is a common sign of overwatering in dragon fruit plants?
A) Leaf curling
B) Root rot
C) Faster growth
D) Increased flowering
  • 14. What pests commonly affect dragon fruit plants?
A) Bees
B) Aphids and scales
C) Earthworms
D) Ladybugs
  • 15. What is the best way to protect dragon fruit from frost?
A) Prune aggressively
B) Cover the plants
C) Fertilize heavily
D) Water heavily
  • 16. What color are the flowers of most dragon fruit varieties?
A) White
B) Purple
C) Yellow
D) Red
  • 17. How can you tell when a dragon fruit is ripe?
A) Fruit is very hard
B) Fruit falls off the plant easily
C) Skin is still green
D) Skin turns bright and the 'wings' start to dry
  • 18. What is the shelf life of dragon fruit after harvesting?
A) 1 year in the freezer
B) 1-2 days
C) 1 month at room temperature
D) Several weeks when refrigerated
  • 19. What is 'self-pollination' in the context of dragon fruit?
A) Pollination by wind
B) Pollination by water
C) Pollination between different plants
D) Pollination within the same flower
  • 20. What can be done to improve fruit set in self-incompatible varieties?
A) Hand pollination
B) Watering more frequently
C) Adding more fertilizer
D) Pruning harder
  • 21. What is the term for removing unwanted shoots or branches from dragon fruit?
A) Weeding
B) Grafting
C) Pruning
D) Thinning
  • 22. Why is proper drainage important for dragon fruit?
A) To increase nutrient absorption
B) To attract pollinators
C) To reduce humidity
D) To prevent root rot
  • 23. Which of these is a common disease affecting dragon fruit?
A) Leaf rust
B) Powdery mildew
C) Black spot
D) Stem rot
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing dragon fruit?
A) Waterlogged soil
B) Pure sand
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Well-draining, slightly sandy loam
  • 25. How should dragon fruit stem cuttings be prepared for planting?
A) Plant immediately after cutting
B) Cover with fertilizer
C) Allow the cut end to callus over for several days
D) Soak in water for several days
  • 26. Which element is most important for fruit development in dragon fruit?
A) Phosphorus
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 27. What is a benefit of using organic mulch around dragon fruit plants?
A) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) Depletes soil nutrients
C) Attracts pests
D) Increases soil temperature excessively
  • 28. What is the best time of year to plant dragon fruit cuttings?
A) Autumn
B) Spring
C) Winter
D) Summer
  • 29. What is the function of the 'wings' on a dragon fruit?
A) Help with photosynthesis
B) Protect from pests
C) Hold water
D) Attract pollinators
  • 30. What is the benefit of intercropping with dragon fruit?
A) Improved soil health and pest control
B) Reduced yields
C) Increased water demand
D) Slower growth of dragon fruit
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