Module 4, Topic 1 – Vegetable Gardens in the Southwest
Question 1
2 out of 2 points
Which of the following garden practices most damages soil structure
and disturbs beneficial soil microorganisms?
Selected
Answer:
Tillin
g
Correct
Answer:
Tillin
g
Question 2
0 out of 2 points
Which of the following statements about mulch are false?
Selected
Answer:
Applying mulch to the surface of soil inhibits weed growth.
Correct
Answer:
Using Bermuda grass clippings as a mulch is a sustainable practice
to recycle lawn waste.
Question 3
2 out of 2 points
Complete the sentence:
1. The Phoenix warm-growing season…..
Selected
Answer:
has both an extremely dry period and a high humidity period.
Correct
Answer:
has both an extremely dry period and a high humidity period.
Question 4
0 out of 2 points
Complete the sentence:
Now that you are a knowledgeable vegetable and herb gardener, you
understand that you should not..................
Selected
Answer:
apply mulch frequently.
Correct
Answer:
adjust the watering schedule and keep it the same all year round.
Question 5
2 out of 2 points
Which statement about desert soils is true?
Selected
Answer:
Desert soils are very low in nitrogen and require supplemental
nitrogen as fertilizer to be productive.
Correct
Answer:
Desert soils are very low in nitrogen and require supplemental
nitrogen as fertilizer to be productive.
Question 6
2 out of 2 points
What information can you basically ignore on the vegetable seed
packet for a southwest desert vegetable garden?
Selected
Answer:
The planting dates
Correct
Answer:
The planting dates
Question 7
2 out of 2 points
Which statement is most true about vegetable garden plants?
Selected
Answer:
Cool-season vegetables are harvested for their roots, leaves and
flowers.
Correct
Answer:
Cool-season vegetables are harvested for their roots, leaves and
flowers.
Question 8
2 out of 2 points
CWhich is the most important factor to consider when planning a new
garden in Phoenix?
Selected
Answer:
Select the right plants for the right season.
Correct
Answer:
Select the right plants for the right season.
Question 9
2 out of 2 points
Which of the following statements about amending dry desert soils
with organic compost are true?
Selected
Answer:
All of the above statements about using organic compost to amend
desert soils are true.
Correct
Answer:
All of the above statements about using organic compost to amend
desert soils are true.
Question 10
2 out of 2 points
Which is a benefit to using transplants instead of seeds to start your Phoenix
vegetable garden?
Selected
Answer:
Using transplants can mean harvesting garden edibles sooner.
Correct
Answer:
Using transplants can mean harvesting garden edibles sooner.
Question 11
2 out of 2 points
Which edible garden plants are appropriate for a Phoenix cool-season
garden?
Selected
Answer:
Lettuce, carrots, cilantro
Correct
Answer:
Lettuce, carrots, cilantro
Question 12
0 out of 2 points
Which of the following would make for a poor location for your new
garden site?
Selected
Answer:
Free of weeds and rock.
Correct
Answer:
Receives 2 to 4 hours of direct sunlight per
day.
Question 13
2 out of 2 points
Which was mentioned in the vegetable garden videos as a proper step
for preparing the soil at a new garden site?
Selected
Answer:
Turn over the soil with a shovel, apply and mix in organic matter,
level with a rake.
Correct
Answer:
Turn over the soil with a shovel, apply and mix in organic matter,
level with a rake.
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