Potatoes on Rooftops Quiz

What are the basic requirements for growing potatoes on rooftops?

• Excessive shade, poor quality soil, improper drainage, and irregular watering

• No sunlight, rocky soil, no drainage, and no watering

• Too much water, acidic soil, no sunlight, and no drainage

• Adequate sunlight, good quality soil, proper drainage, and regular watering

What is the concept of growing potatoes on rooftops called?

• Top Potato Planting

• Sky Potato Cultivation

• Roof Spud Growing

• Rooftop Potato Farming

Why is growing potatoes on rooftops beneficial?

• To attract birds to the area

• To save space and utilize underutilized areas for agriculture.

• To create a more aesthetically pleasing rooftop

• To increase the risk of damage to the building

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What are the potential challenges of growing potatoes on rooftops?

• Pest control, temperature, and humidity

• Wind speed, air pollution, and noise level

• Sunlight, water supply, soil quality, and structural load capacity

• Type of potato, fertilizer, and harvesting method

How can one ensure proper drainage for potatoes grown on rooftops?

• Water the potatoes daily regardless of the weather

• Use heavy clay soil with poor drainage

• Plant the potatoes in a waterlogged area

• Use raised beds or containers with drainage holes, well-draining soil, and avoid overwatering.

What are the different varieties of potatoes that are suitable for rooftop gardening?

• Yukon Gold, Red Pontiac, Kennebec

• Purple, White, Green

• Russet, Sweet, Fingerling

• Roma, Russet, Red Bliss

What are some creative ways to utilize the space on rooftops for growing potatoes?

• Creating a rooftop swimming pool

• Hanging the potatoes from the rooftop

• Using the rooftop as a parking space

• Vertical gardening techniques

How can one protect potatoes from extreme weather conditions when grown on rooftops?

• Using metal containers to attract heat

• Using containers or raised beds, providing insulation, and covering the plants

• Pruning the plants to reduce exposure to extreme weather

• Watering the plants more frequently

What are the environmental benefits of growing potatoes on rooftops?

• Causing more pollution in urban areas

• Attracting pests and insects to urban areas

• Contributing to the loss of green spaces in urban areas

• Environmental benefits include reducing urban heat island effect, improving air quality, and promoting biodiversity in urban areas.

What type of soil is best suited for growing potatoes on rooftops?

• Clay soil

• Sandy soil

• Loamy soil

• Peaty soil