2 Flashcards

1
Q

Zantedeschia rehmannii, Z. elliotoana, Z. hybrids also known as __________.

A

Calla Lily

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2
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Place cut Antirrhinum majus stems vertically as soon as possible after harvest; stems placed horizontally may begin to bend upward in as little as __________.

A

30 minutes

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3
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Evaporative __________ __________ help to offset the heat load caused by __________ light, thus effective greenhouse cooling allows the grower to provide __________ light levels before heat stress is problematic.

A

Cooling pads, high, higher

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4
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__________ __________, identified by yellowing or interveinal chlorosis of young leaves, is the primary problem for plants growing in a __________ pH medium.

A

Iron deficiency, high

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5
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Limited induction photoperiod is a __________ technique for controlling elongation of long-day herbaceous perennials.

A

Non-chemical

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6
Q

Confucius taught that real enjoyment consists of __________ and __________.

A

Simplicity, contemplation

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7
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The principal of total compatibility of all parts of an arrangement with each other is termed __________.

A

Rhythm

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8
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The most popular orchid potting material is __________.

A

Fir bark

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9
Q

The arrangement of flowers referred to as a “Full Couch Spray” is used for _________________________.

A

Top of a closed casket

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10
Q

Day length is shortest on __________ and increases until __________; thereafter, it decreases.

A

December 21, June 21

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11
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These summer-blooming perennials produce dense, bristy balls of blue color:

A

Global thistle

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12
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All but one of the following is easily suitable for pressing. Which one is not suitable?

A

Daffodil

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13
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There are certain soil requirements for building a terrarium. Too much soil looks heavy, while too little soil will not hold the root system. In general, what is the correct amount of soil in relation ro the height of the container?

A

25%

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14
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Alstroemeria produce two types of shoots __________ and __________.

A

Flowering, vegetative

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15
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An orchid having a horizontal stem from which numerous shoots arise is called _______________.

A

Sympodial

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16
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Snapdragons should be stored and shipped __________ at all times to prevent __________ of the spikes. Snapdragons can be stored for _____ to _____ days, dry or in water, at 40 F (4 C).

A

Upright, curvature, 3,4

17
Q

Most Callas sold today from the United States are __________ year old true seed hybrids.

A

Two

18
Q

Treated seed virtually __________ viral, fungal, and bacterial disease at the time of planting, greatly __________ disease in professional grower products.

A

Eliminates, reducing

19
Q

Seed-grown tubers generally produce __________ eyes, which means plants will have a __________ number of flowers and leaf sprouts.

A

More, higher

20
Q

Natural photoperiods vary during the year and by __________.

A

Latitude