Plant Anatomy
Plants need what three ingredients to produce food through photosynthesis?
Sunlight, Water, and Carbon Dioxide
An example of an insect that would cause visible holes in the plant leaves (as if the insect is chewing) includes which of the following?:
A. Aphids
B. Leaf Hoppers
C. Japanese Beetles
C. Japanese Beetles
True or False: Repetition of plant shapes or plant varieties contributes to the unity of a landscape?
True or False: When choosing trees and shrubs for the landscape, their ultimate size and shape is important to consider?
True
What is the scientific or Latin genera of a Maple?
Acer
Trees and shrubs typically have this type of shallow root system.
Fibrous Root System
An herbicide that will kill already established weeds is called?
A post-emergence herbicide.
What are two pieces of information that should be included on a site analysis base plan?
Dimensions, Orientation, & Slopes
The type of irrigation where water is applied directly to the root ball.
Drip Irrigation
An evergreen shrub with white to pink flowers blooming in June. This is also our state flower.
Mountain Laurel
The conversion of starches and sugars (reversal of photosynthesis) is called?
Respiration
A fungal disease with symptoms of white or gray powder on the leaves or stem.
Powdery Mildew
True or False: When installing new flower beds plants should be planted close so the bed looks full at planting time.
False
Perennials generally live ______ or more years.
2 or more.
What is the type and form of a Norway Spruce?
Evergreen Tree
These buds occur at the end of shoots.
Terminal Buds
True or False: Mealybugs are an example of chewing insect.
False
List two factors that will influence the final design and selection of plant material for a landscape.
Ages of children, Rainfall, Pets, and Budget
True or False: Balled and burlapped stock should be planted two to three inches below the surrounding soil line to encourage root growth.
False. Do not bury the root crown (collar).
What is the common name for the Latin genera Cornus?
Dogwood
When should flowering shrubs be pruned?
Immediately after flowering
A surfactant is a chemical that is used as a...
Wetting agent
List the 7 principles of landscape design.
Balance, Proportion, Focalization, Scale, Unity, Rhythm, Simplicity
Most garden and landscape shrubs perform best in a soil with the pH range of?
5.0 - 7.0 - Slightly acidic
What is the type and form of impatiens?
Annual Flowering Plant