Garden Weeding Quiz

What is a weed?

• A plant that grows where it’s not wanted

• A seed that grows into a tree

Why do we pull out weeds from gardens?

• Because they take space and food from other plants

• Because they make the garden smell bad

When is National Weed Your Garden Day celebrated?

• June 13

• July 13

What tool helps you pull out weeds?

• A garden trowel

• A paintbrush

What part of the weed should you try to remove?

• The whole root

• Just the leaves

What can weeds do to flowers and vegetables?

• Take away water and sunlight

• Help them grow faster

What should you wear when weeding?

• Gardening gloves

• Winter mittens

What’s a safe way to get rid of weeds?

• Pull them out by hand

• Pour soft drink on them

What helps stop weeds from growing back?

• Mulch

• Sand

What’s one fun thing about weeding a garden?

• You get to dig in the dirt and help your plants

• You get to splash in puddles