Parts of an Apple
The edible part of the plant developed from a flower
Flesh
What fruit is Johnny famous for?
Does Illinois produce apples?
Yes
Who brought apples to the United States?
pilgrims
How are different types of apples different from each other?
flavor, color
Apples are known as nutritional powerhouses because they are full of _____________________.
nutrients and vitamins
What is Johnny Appleseed's real name?
John Chapman
What happens to apples after they are produced?
Some are sold fresh others are made into apple foods and drinks like applesauce, juice, and pies.
What type of apple is green and tart?
Granny Smith
How are apples picked?
by hand
Green part of the plant that helps collect sunlight and nutrients for the plant
Leaf
What did Johnny wear on his head and feet?
a pot and no shoes
What is the bees job in producing apples?
The bee pollinates the blossoms so that they can grow into trees
What can you do at an apple orchard?
hayrides, taste apples, pick apples, etc.
What is apple grafting?
When you take pieces of two different apple trees and put them together to create a new kind.
Apples are made mostly of what?
water
What are apple nurseries?
a lot of apple trees grown in one place
What do many apple farmers put in their orchards to help pollinate the flowers?
beehives
What is an example of an apple disease?
apple scab, fireblight, apple mildew
How many different varieties of apples are grown in the United States?
nearly 100
The stubby brown nub opposite of the apple stem that is the remaining parts of the apple blossom.
Why was Johnny Appleseed considered a legend?
He helped people by planting healthy apple trees and even gave seeds to the poor.
What state has the best climate in the world for growing apples?
Washington
How long does it take for an apple tree to produce apples after being planted?
15 years
How can you buy fresh apples all year long?
Climate controlled atmosphere storage