Plant Propagation Quiz

What is vegetative propagation?

• Growing plants from seeds

• Growing plants using methods other than seeds

• Growing plants using artificial light

• Growing plants using hydroponics

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Which method of propagation is considered the easiest?

• Division

• Grafting

• Layering

• Root cuttings

When is the ideal time for division?

• Early spring

• Late summer

• Fall

• Winter

Which plants can be propagated through root cuttings?

• Houseplants

• Annual bedding plants

• Culinary herbs

• Fruiting shrubs

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What is the purpose of using rooting hormone?

• To speed up the rooting process

• To prevent diseases in the cuttings

• To improve the taste of the plants

• To increase the size of the leaves

Which method of propagation is commonly used for preserving the qualities of fruit trees?

• Division

• Grafting

• Layering

• Root cuttings

What is the purpose of wounding the stem in layering?

• To prevent the stem from rotting

• To stimulate the production of roots

• To improve the appearance of the stem

• To increase the growth rate of the stem

Which plants belong to the mint family and can be easily propagated in water?

• Basil, oregano, sage, thyme, and rosemary

• Geranium, catmint, and gooseberry

• Rhubarb, chives, and goji

• Figs, goji, and catmint

What is the main advantage of vegetative propagation?

• It allows for the preservation of plant qualities

• It is a cost-effective method

• It requires less maintenance

• It produces healthier plants

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When should grafting be done?

• During the plant's dormant period

• In the spring when the buds start to swell

• In the summer when the plant is actively growing

• In the fall when the leaves start to change color