University Of Georgia

HORT 2000

Module 6 Quiz

1)In general, it's cheaper to plant an acre of fruit plants than an acre of vegetables.

2. Which of the following is a native (to the US) nut crop?
3. What is the one basic difference in growth habit between most fruits and most vegetables grown in Georgia?
4. Fruits grown in Georgia do not have a vernalization requirement
5. Rabbiteye blueberries are well-suited to most home landscapes because they relatively pest-free, don't grow too large, and are adapted to Georgia landscapes.
6. More and more vegetables are being grown on black or white plastic.

7. Peaches are known to be challenging for backyard growers for many reasons. What is ONE reason peaches could be considered good for backyards?
8. Wound paint and sprays are effective treatments for serious wounds and cuts.
9. One of the biggest apple growing regions in the US is the Wenatchee Valley region of Washington.
10. Which of the following best describes the difference between fruit and vegetable production?
11. Corn and broccoli are two vegetables that are packed in ice to reduce the field heat and keep them cool.
12. Ethylene can be both useful and harmful to harvested horticultural crops.
13. In general, in the southeast, the majority of tree roots of large trees grow...

15. Which of the following fruits is typically treated as an annual in the US?
16. Tree protection around construction sites is all about protecting the…
17. California essentially produces all (90%+) of the US crop of both almonds and walnuts.
18. Certain vegetables are hydrocooled in order to...
19. Essentially, all fruits and vegetables require at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
20. In general, in urban areas, large trees grow…
21. Which of the following is the best fruit plant when you only have space for one plant?
22. Assuming cold hardiness (USDA Hardiness Zones) is a non-issue, the two most important site considerations in tree selection in urban areas are…
23. Which of the following BEST describes the term "topping" when applied to trees?