Gardening Basics
What is a garden?
An area of plants maintained by people
What is a native plant?
One that exists in the area it evolved in
What color can bees not see?
Red
What does sustainable mean?
Something that is good for the environment or something that can be maintained
What prickly native plant did Mr. Carlos plant by the marsh?
A cactus, specifically eastern prickly pear
What type of worm is used in vermicomposting?
Red wigglers
Which of the following is a fruit:
Cabbage, Broccoli, Peppers, Basil
Peppers
How does Jewelweed (native plant with orange flowers we spoke about) spread its seeds?
They shoot out when you touch the plant
Name 3 of the 5 insect groups that I mentioned being pollinators in NYC
Any 3 of the following: Bees, Wasps, Butterflies, Flies, Beetles