Nursery/Landscaping Word Scramble
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| Question | Answer |
| What is the scientific name of a plant composed of ? | Genus and species |
| “Alba” is a term that describes a plant as ? | White |
| “Triacanthos” describes a plant as ? | Three spined |
| The function of the root system is ? | Anchorage, Conduction and Storage |
| The tap root could be described as ? | A fleshy food storing organ |
| When a person is preparing to transplant a plant ? | Expose the roots to air little as possible |
| Plants that are root bound in their containers should ? | Coiled roots should be straightened and pruned |
| The xylem is responsible for ? | Transporting water and minerals from the roots upward through the plant |
| An example of a monocotyledonous plant would be ? | Corn |
| If the cambium layer and vascular bundles are damaged what happens to the plant ? | The plant could die |
| A plant girdle can be described as ? | Damage to the plants food supply pipeline |
| A node is considered to be ? | An area on a stem where the leaves emerge |
| Tulips develop each spring from ? | Bulbs |
| A plant that develops from a rhizome would be ? | Cannas |
| Potatoes are propagated from ? | Tubers |
| A “sucker” develops from ? | Roots |
| Spring flowering bulbs are usually planted in Louisiana ? | October to December |
| Amaryllis bulbs are usually planted ? | During Fall |
| “Venation” is a term used to describe a plant’s ? | Leaves |
| A leaf gives off water into the atmosphere through a process called ? | Transpiration |
| If transpiration exceeds absorption in a plant ? | The plant will show signs of wilting |
| In order for transpiration to occur ? | Water pressure should be lower in the top of the plant. |
| The pistil is the ? | Female part of the plant |
| Ferns reproduce from ? | Spores |
| The highest priority of the food produced by leaves is to feed ? | Flowers |
| A primary element used for plant growth would be ? | Urea |
| Overall yellowing of the plant beginning at the bottom of the plant could mean ? | Nitrogen deficiency |
| Dark green leaves with a reddish overcast could mean ? | Phosphorous deficiency |
| Shriveled fruit on a plant could mean ? | Potassium deficiency |
| Light green leaves with leaf margins turning upward could mean ? | Calcium deficiency |
| A 50 pound bag of 13-13-13 would contain how many pounds of nitrogen ? | 6.5 |
| A 50 pound bag of 20-15-10 would contain how many pounds of phosphorus ? | 7.5 |
| “Osmocote” fertilize depends on what factor to release nutrients ? | Moisture |
| Fertilizing in early or late fall ? | Is a poor practice because it could cause cold damage |
| Low light intensity causes ? | A decrease in photosynthesis |
| Roots dying from over-watering could be caused by ? | Lack of oxygen |
| Using water softeners could cause a problem because of ? | (Na) ions |
| How many inches of water must be used on a plant with a 18” root depth growing in clay? | 3 inches |
| The field capacity for water in loam soil is about ? | 15-25% |
| Which side of a building has the coolest growing temperature ? | North |
| Most warm season plant seeds need this minimum temperature to germinate: | Greater than 49 degrees F |
| This zone has an average minimum temperature of 20-25 degrees F. | 9a |
| This kind of freezing occurs when plant temperature is lower than surrounding air temperature. | Radiation |
| The optimum temperature for temperate plants is: | 77-95 degrees F |
| To allow outdoor plants to harden off before winter you should avoid: | |
| Hot weather effects on container plants can be minimized by: | Planting in light colored containers |
| Nurseries’ greatest challenges are providing plants that: | Grow well in their area |
| The mud-pie test is used: | To determine the moisture content of the soil |
| The two forces that hold water in the soil are: | adhesion and cohesion |
| Autumn color in plants result in changes in the: | photoperiod |
| Soil is a mixture of minerals, organic matter, and _________. | living organisms |
| Soils vary in texture, structure, and mineral _________. | Composition |
| Soil texture is classified as _______, ________, and _________. | sand, silt, and clay |
| When inspecting shipments of nursery plants you should examine for pests, insects, disease, and _______. | weeds |
| A soil sample with a pH value of 4.0 is considered to be _________. | Acid |
| A soil sample with a pH value of 7.0 is considered to be ________. | Neutral |
| Two plants that prefer more acidic soil are ________ and ________. | azaleas and camellias |
| Soil pH is a factor that controls _________. | plant growth |
| Miscellaneous organic soil additives include sawdust, leaf mold, straw, rice hulls, pine bark, peat moss, and ________. | animal manures |
| A problem with using some miscellaneous soil additives is that straw, fresh sawdust, and rice hulls need added ________. | nitrogen |
| Sawdust from pressure treated wood contains _________. | toxic residues |
| When storing plant seeds, refrigerators have fairly good temperatures, but are usually too _________. | Damp |
| _______ and ________ are the two most critical requirements for germination. | water and temperature |
| Water affects the ______ supply around the seed. | oxygen |
| Commercial growers scarify, or ________, hard seed coats mechanically or with concentrated sulfuric acid. | Scratch |
| Asexual (vegetative) propagation includes: | Layering, Division, and Separation |
| Most woody plants are propagated by ______. | Cuttings |
| Some plants are now being commercially propagated using ________ techniques that involve the production of new plants from tissue culture. | micropropagation |
| When accepting an order and inspecting shipments of plants, which of the following basic steps should be followed? | Confirm all orders, Determine if the order contains quality materials, and Examine for pests, insects, disease, and weeds |
| The employee in charge of watering plants should have _________. | special training |
| Container woody ornamentals can be injured when temperatures __________. | drop to 18 to 24 F |
| Sand has a gritty feeling, silt has a slick feeling, and clay has a _________ feeling. | slippery, sticky |
| Soil structure names include which of the following? | Sandy, Platy, and crumbly and blocky |
| Organic soils are those which have more than ________ organic matter. | 30% |
| Fungi in soils can cause _________. | rotting and damping off |
| Soil reaction can be modified by adding certain soil additives and using ________. | specific fertilizers |
| _______ could equally describe a loam soil or an adobe soil as very hard to work with. | black soil |
| Untreated bark needs _________ nitrogen added to prevent nitrogen deficiency in plants growing in the material. | 1.5% |
| Optimum germination temperature varies for _________. | all seeds |
| The temperature of the __________, not the air, is what is important. | Soil |
| _____________ is the biggest propagation problem. | Watering |
| _______________ emergence herbicides can kill existing weeds and extreme care must be used with these materials when plants are in the immediate area. | Post |
| Pest management also aids in maintaining plant __________. | Quality |
| During harsh winters, plants can be jammed together and draped with a single layer of milky ___________ plastic. | Polyethylene |
| When pH drops below 5.5, many nutrients become ____________. | Unavailable |
| When planting a solitary tree or shrub in the landscape, dig the hole at least two times ______ than the root ball of the plant. | Wider |
| ________ help maintain a uniform soil moisture level. | Mulches |
| Mulch trees and shrubs to a depth of _______________. | 2 - 4 inches |
| Newly planted trees and shrubs should receive _______ applications of fertilizer during their first growing season. | Light |
| Pruning is done for all of the following except: A. To guide the growth habit B. To rejuvenate older plants C. To stimulate new growth D. Because the plants look ugly | Because the plants look ugly |
| When the terminal bud is pruned out and the effect of auxin decreased, lateral bud break will be __________. | Enhanced |
| _____________ are used for branches larger than 1 ½ inches in diameter. | Pruning saws |
| ___________ are for clipping small-leafed plants to maintain a formal appearance. | Hedge shears |
| _____________ are used to remove branches that cannot be reached from the ground. | Pole pruners |
| It is possible to rejuvenate many older shrubs that have overgrown their planting site by pruning them to within ________ of ground level. | 18 inches |
| Upright junipers and arborvitae plants can be maintained at a small size with __________ annual pruning | Light |
| Organic soils are those which have more than _______ organic matter. | 30% |
| 98. ________ favorably affects soil structure by increasing the water holding capacity of sandy soils and the workability of the clay and other heavy soils. | organic matter |
| Soil _______ is not a factor which controls plant growth but is a good indicator of what nutrients are soluble in that particular soil. | pH |
| Soil with a pH of 10 is considered to be __________. | Alkaline |
| Most woody plants are propagated by _________. | Cuttings |
| When studying insects that effect agriculture we must first learn… | How to identify the insects |
| Biological and chemical controls of harmful insects are closely tied to… | Where, when, and how insects develop |
| Many chemical insecticides were developed after… | World War I |
| There are some beneficial insects that need to be… | Protected and promoted. |
| Insects are classified by… | Binomial nomenclature |
| Insects are grouped based on similarities and types of development. An example would be… | Type of legs, mouthparts, absence or presence of wings. |
| The names of most insect orders have the ending- petra, which means… | The insect possess wings in the adult stage. |
| Mouthparts, wings and type of metamorphosis are characteristics used to… | Identify an insect. |
| __________ names of insects end with –idea. An example is Aphidae (aphids). | Family |
| __________ names refer to large groups rather than individual species. | Common |
| Insects are in the class Insecta because they possess the following characteristics: | Three body regions, three pairs of legs, one pair of antennae and one or two pairs of wings. |
| There are three regions of an insect’s body, which of the following is NOT a region | Wings |
| Piercing-sucking, lapping and sponging are all examples of … | Mouthparts |
| This part of an insect’s body assist in detecting danger, locating food and communication. | Antennae |
| The most important characteristic for insects is the presence of three __________. | Pairs of jointed legs |
| Insects use this to feel their way, detect danger, locate their food find their mates and in some cases to communicate. | Antennae |
| Metamorphosis means a change in _________. | Form |
| This part of an insect has a great deal of variation and can be used for identification. | Wings |
| A newly emerged insect feeds ravenously, but the extent of its growth is restricted by __________. | Rigid exoskeleton |
| The process of shedding the outer skin is called _________. | Molting |
| Gradual metamorphosis includes which of the following stages of development? | Egg, nymph, adult. |
| Complete metamorphosis includes which of the following stages of development? | Egg, larva, pupa, adult. |
| During simple metamorphosis each developmental stage is called __________. | An instar |
| Of the 80,000+ diseases that attack plants in the U.S., how many attack crops that are of economic importance? | 30,000 |
| The vegetative structure of a fungus is made of thread-like material known as | Mycelium |
| Fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes are four major groups of plant parasitic organisms which cause | Plant diseases |
| There are __________ types of plant diseases. | Two |
| Ectoparasites are a group of __________. | Nematodes |
| Bread mold is a __________ and is typical of the vegetative structures produced. | Fungus |
| Kinds of nematodes that feed completely by entering the plant root are called __________. | Endoparasites |
| Scorch is a __________. | Burning of leaf margins as a result of infection or unfavorable environmental conditions |
| Witches’ Broom is a __________. | Broom-like growth or massed proliferation caused by the dense clustering of branches in woody plants. |
| Bacteria cells may divide every _________. | 20 to 30 minutes |
| Beneficial fungi are called __________. | Saprophytes |
| Fungi most commonly reproduce __________. | Asexually |
| Nutrient deficiencies, lack of or excess soil moisture, too low or too high temperatures are all examples of __________ plant diseases. | Non-pathogenic |
| When a parasite or an organism attacks a plant are examples of __________ plant diseases. | Pathogenic |
| A susceptible host, a parasitic organism, environmental conditions are three factors always present for a __________ disease. | Pathogenic |
| A fungus is a multi-cellular organism which has no roots, stems, or leaves and __________. | Cannot make its own food |
| The formation of spores, Sclerotia, and mycelia fragments refer to the process of | Fungi reproduction |
| Rhizoctonia, a common disease in ornamental plants which causes the damping off of young vegetable plants is spread by __________. | Mycelia fragments |
| These structures can remain viable in the soil for several years until a susceptible crop is planted. They form when the mycelium of some fungi become hard. | Sclerotia |
| Fungi that form swimming spores thrive in low, wet areas and cause diseases such as root rot. These types of fungi are known as __________. | Phycomycetes |
| This is an advanced group of fungi. They produce spores on special structures inside plant tissue. | Ascomycetes |
| An asexual spore on exposed stalks. They resemble a small plant with fruit hanging on it. This spore is usually windblown. | Conidiophores |
| Inoculation, penetration, infection, incubation, invasion, reproduction, over wintering are stages in the life cycle of a __________. | Fungus |
| Direct penetration, penetration through stomates or through wounds is necessary in order for __________ to occur. | Infection |
| __________ are spread by blowing rain, insects, humans and inside seeds. | Bacteria |
| Symptoms of this include mottled or puckered leaves streaks on leaves and at times distorted fruit. | Virus |
| Tobacco, insects and seed are ways in which viruses __________. | Spread |
| A plant injured by this organism usually has a stunted, unthrifty appearance. | Nematode |
| Vegetables make ideal hosts for this organism and once the soil is infested it will always be present. | Nematode |
| This organism has varieties that can cause knots or galls on the roots of a plant | Nematodes |
| Mulching, cultivation, deep plowing and sanitation are all examples of… | Ways to control diseases. |
| Crop rotation, use of resistant varieties and chemicals are three ways to… | Deal with soil organisms. |
| Which of these is not warm-season turfgrass? | Crabgrass |
| Which of these types of turfgrass are not used for winter overseeding in Louisiana? | Warm-season turfgrass |
| Which of these is not a method of vegetativly establishing turfgrass? | Seeding |
| Re-establishment of turfgrass is recommended when what percentage is lost? | 50% |
| Which type of fertilizer has a slow release but a longer residual and low water solubity? | Synthetic organic |
| What is the maximum amount of the length of the blade that turfgrass should be cut? | 1/3 |
| Which of these will not help to minimize thatch problems? | Planting |
| Turfgrass pests can be classified as all but which of the following? | Nutrient Leachers |
| Which of these is not recommended for transplanting trees? | Add amendments to backfill soil |
| Which of these is not a consideration when transplanting a plant? | Landscape Design |
| Which of these is not a typical type of fertilizer application for trees? | Mulch application |
| When removing a live branch, pruning cuts should be made in branch tissue just outside the branch _________________ and collar? | Ridge |
| The best time to transplant trees in Louisiana is ___________________? | November – February |
| which type of fertilizer should be done at planting, placed two to six inches below grade and mixed with backfill? | Slow Release |
| The best time of year to transplant palms in Louisiana is ___________________? | Spring – Summer |
| During the transplanting operation in a normal landscape setting, which rule would you NOT abide by? | Dig the hole 4 feet wider than needed |
| A tree is a _______ woody plant with one or several vertical trunks which grow higher than 12’ to 15’ ht. | perennial |
| ______ can be applied either in the planting hole or on the soil surface after planting or transplanting. | Fertilizer |
| Pruning is ______ the plant which involves removing the leaves or inflorescences as they become senescent and unsightly. | Grooming |
| The best planting or transplanting time in Louisiana is from late ______ through February even though many tree species are dug at other times of the year. | November |
| _________ is most important after planting. | Maintenance |
| Maintenance is important after planting. __________ during times of dry weather is imperative, especially during the first several years. | Irrigation |
| When transplanting trees, remove wire or twine from around the trunk, and if balled and burlap (B&B), pull the burlap ______ down from around the ball. A. 2/3 B. 2/4 C. ½ D. None of the above | None of the above |
| How many inches should slow –release fertilizers be placed below ground? | 6 inches |
| Leaving the guy wire in place too long can cause _____ of the tree stem or trunk. | breakage |
| Mulch conserves soil moisture and also prevents _______. | Weeds |
| Plants that are _______ before transplanting will suffer more than vigorous ones. | Stressed |
| What encourages the development of roots and shoots, promoting overall good health and vitality to plants? | tree fertilizations |
| ______ may be cut to within one foot of the trunk. | Roots |
| How should the new emerging leaves be handled when clipping back? | Gather and tie in place |
| The plant should be given a _____________ to mat down the mulch and to firm up the soil. | final soaking |
| What types of fertilizer are easier and less expensive? | chemical or inorganic |
| What type of tissue is very important from the health standpoint of trees? | trunk tissue |
| ___ are generally evergreen, low growing, and spreading ornamental plants. | Ground covers |
| Ground covers can be used for all purposes but ___. | protect the soil from walk-through traffic compaction |
| When deciding the type of ground cover to plant, take into account ___. | the light requirements of the plant and the amount of sunlight the location gets B. the plant’s growth habit C. the plant’s texture and color |
| The high cost of installing ground covers is often offset by the eventual savings in ___. | Maintenance |
| The abbreviation o.c. means ___. | on center |
| A one-gallon ground cover is planted ___ o.c. and a 4” pots are planted ___ o.c. | 1’, 6” |
| To control weed competition in ground covers during the first few years, use ___. | Mulch, Herbicides, and Cultivation |
| Once established, ____ groundcovers may be needed if plants become too ragged, or too tall. | Shearing |
| All but ___ are recommended ground covers for LA. | Dianthus |
| All but ___ are recommended ground covers for the South. | Daylily |
| Lower growing ground covers would include ___. | Ardesia and English Ivy |
| ___ are recommended ground covers for Louisiana. | Daylilies, Sedums, and Indigos |
| Compact herbaceous plants used to add color to a landscape are referred to as ___. | bedding plants |
| Bedding plants are normally sold in ___. | cell packs, 4-inch pots, and 6-inch pots |
| The greatest visual impact is obtained in the landscape when bedding plants are ___. | Massed |
| Place bedding plants ___ to draw the viewer’s eyes. | near doorways, along sidewalks, and end of a vista |
| In designing a color bed, place taller plants ___. | in the back of the bed |
| In designing a color bed, always place shorter, low growing varieties ___. | at the front |
| When purchasing healthy bedding plants, choose those that ___. | are just coming into bloom, or budded |
| The number of bedding plants selected for an area depends on the size of the area and ___. | the spacing between plants |
| Bedding plants perform better when ___ are used to insure good drainage. | raised beds |
| Native soils should be amended with ___ before bed construction. | Compost, peat moss, and builder’s sand |
| A ___ fertilizer should be added during bed preparation. | complete general , and slow-release |
| Bedding plants should be watered ___. | immediately after planting |
| Overhead watering of color beds may lead to all but ___. | drought stress |
| Mulch is an important component in any bed because it ___. | reduces the number of weeds, prevents soil from splashing up on the leaves, and regulates soil temperature |
| Deadheading is done to ___. | prevent seed formation, and encourage plants to produce more flowers |
| If bedding plants appear to be stunted, lightly fertilize with a complete fertilizer with a ___ ratio analysis. | 3:1:2 |
| When bedding plants become overgrown, they can be sheared back with ___ to promote branching, and a bushier plant. | hedge clippers |
| A(n) ___ plant complete its lifecycle in one growing season. | Annual |
| Many of the annuals grown in Louisiana, like begonia and periwinkles, are actually ___. | tender perennials |
| In Louisiana, cool season annuals are grown from ___ . | October through May |
| Annuals that are recommended to be grown in Louisiana shade gardens include all but ___. | Periwinkle |
| Annuals that are recommended for growth in bright, sunny spots include all but ___. | Lobelia |
| ___ are hardy plants that tolerate cold temperatures. A. Pansy B. Verbena C. Snapdragon D. A and C | A and C |
| All but ___ are tender plants and best for warmer conditions. | Alyssum |
| ___ are low-growing plants that do well along the edges of beds. | Ageratum |
| All but ___ are taller plants, which do better in the back of beds. | Pansy |
| Use ___ in annual cut flower gardens. | Nasturtium, Snapdragons, and Stock |
| Perennials are plants that live ___. | More than two years |
| The popularity of using perennials in the landscape has ___. | Increased |
| The advantages of using perennials in the landscape include all but ___. | they need to be divided as they become weak or overcrowded |
| Perennials that bloom in the spring should be divided in the ____. | Fall |
| Perennials that bloom in the summer and fall should be divided in the ___. | Spring |
| Recommended perennials for planting in Louisiana landscapes include all but ___. | Scarlet Sage |
| Perennial bulbs that are recommended for the Louisiana landscape include all but ___. | Moonvine |
| ____ Plants provide a sizeable portion of garden sales? | Bedding |
| Many landscaping needs can be solved through the use of bedding plants such as? | Herbaceous plants |
| Their quick growth makes it possible for a new homeowner to have early ____ while waiting for more permanent plants to develop. | Color |
| Bedding plants can also add “___ color” to an established landscape. | Instant |
| The role of annuals and perennials in the landscape is primarily to provide what? | Color |
| Low growing plants would be used in? | Foreground |
| Raised beds are recommended since ____ , drainage is essential. | Water |
| Light sandy soils should be generously amended with how many inches of organic matter. | 3-9 |
| If the plant appears stunted, the foliage is pale and growth slows, lightly fertilize with fertilizer that has_____ ratio analysis? | 3:1:2 |
| An annual is what kind of plant? | a plant that completes its life in a single growing season |
| If tender perennials are not removed at the end of the warm season, and a mild winter occurs what may happen? | they will survive and will bloom again in the summer |
| If the plant appears stunted, the foliage is pale and growth slows, lightly fertilize with fertilizer that has_____ ratio analysis? | 3:1:2 |
| An annual is what kind of plant? | a plant that completes its life in a single growing season |
| If tender perennials are not removed at the end of the warm season, and a mild winter occurs what may happen? | they will survive and will bloom again in the summer |
| The role of annuals and perennials in the landscape is primarily to provide _____? | Color |
| What is the planting season for bluebonnets? | Fall |
| Which of the following is the botanical name for the perennial bulb Montbretia? | Crocosmia pottsii |
| The role of annuals and perennials in the landscape is primarily to provide _____? | Color |
| Which of the following is the botanical name for the perennial bulbs Canna? | Canna x generalis |
| Which of the following is a botanical name for the recommended perennials firebush? | Hamelia patens |
| What are some characteristics of drought stress? | Slight wilting, and Drooping lower leaves |
| Which type of plant lives longer than two years? | Perennials |
| Define annuals: | A plant that runs its complete life cycle in a single growing season. |
| Which of the following is the botanical for the recommended perennials Mexican mint marigold? | Tagetes lucida |
| what is the botanical name for the recommended perennials cigar plant? | Cuphea micropetala |
| _________ and drainage are key elements in growing roses. | Sunlight |
| Roses require at least ____-____ hours of sunlight daily. | 8-10 |
| Container roses may be planted at any time of the year although summer is often avoided because of _________. | Heat, and Drought stress |
| A soil test should be made to determine whether soil ____ should be corrected. | pH |
| for roses, the bud union should be about ____ inches above the soil line. | 2 |
| Generally roses require ____ inch(es) of water per week. | 1 |
| Wetting the foliage of roses is to be avoided because it leads to increased _____________. | Incidence of disease |
| Roses should begin a _________ program when new growth begins in the spring and continue through late August. | Fertilization |
| Applying too much ________ can burn the roots and possibly kill the plant | Fertilizer |
| Although light regular feedings are most effective, a ______________ application of fertilizer following pruning is often more feasible. | Spring and Fall |
| An ________________ retains moisture in the soil, keeps the roots cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, and prevents weed growth. | Organic mulch |
| Which of the following is NOT an example of an organic mulch? | Pea gravel |
| The most common insect attacking rose flowers is/are ____________. | Thrips |
| __________ infested with thrips will not open properly. | Buds |
| __________ are probable the most common insect found on roses in Louisiana. | Aphids |
| __________ attack the young, growing foliage and buds, feeding on plant juices. | Aphids |
| Which insects can be controlled by applications of a recommended miticide? | Spider mite |
| What are the two most common species of spider mites found on roses? | Red and Two-Spotted |
| Which of the following is occasionally a pest of roses in Louisiana? | Cucumber Beetle |
| Which is the most widely distributed fungal disease of roses in Louisiana? | Black Spot |
| The Black Spot fungus is usually present on ____________. | The upper surface of the leaf |
| Black spot causes ____________ in roses. | Premature defoliation |
| To control Black Spot, ___________ should be applied throughout the growing season. | Fungicide |
| Which of the following is NOT a common fungicide ingredient? | Formaldehyde |
| ____________ appears on roses in early spring and late suemmer when nights are relatively cool. | Powdery Mildew |
| _____________ is a fungal disorder than can be identified by the appearance of rough, circular, bright orange spots on the underside of leaves and on stems. | Leaf rust |
| ___________ causes infected plants to become stunted. All infected plants must then be discarded. | Crown gall |
| Most modern rose varieties should be pruned in __________ and again in __________. | February and August |
| Which of the following is NOT a reason to prune roses? | To control insects |
| Once rosebushes are established, _________ of blossoms is encouraged. | Cutting |
| Landscape contractors are required by law to obtain a license from the ________________________. | Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry |
| The Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commission does NOT regulate which of the following professions? | Gardener |
| The Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commission regulates which of the following? | Nursery stock dealer, and Cut flower dealer |
| In order to receive fees from clients in a job regulated by the Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commission, one must __________________. | Hold a valid landscaping license |
| Those who fail to comply with Section 3804 of the Louisiana Horticulture Commission Rules and Regulations are subject to a fine of _____________. | $250 per violation |
| ______________________ applies only to persons and property not connected with a project. | Contractor’s liability insurance |
| ____________________ covers the contractor if faulty construction causes damage after the project is turned over to the owner. | Competed operation insurance |
| _____________________ is a policy where the insurance company assumes owner’s risk and covers employees only. | Workman’s compensation insurance |
| More business failures occur due to ________________ than contractor incompetency. | Poor record keeping |
| A ______________ is a type of insurance policy that ensures that the contractor will satisfactorily complete the work documented in the contract. | Bond |
| Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic bonds a contractor may be required to purchase? | Contract bond |
| A _______________ bond assures that the contractor will accept the job if it is offered to him. | Bid bond |
| A ________________ bond is the most common type of bond purchased. It protects the owner from default on a job according to the agreement by the landscape contractor. | Performance bond |
| A _______________ bond assures payment of all labor and material costs directly related to the job. | Payment or Labor and Materials bond |
| In most projects involving landscape construction, a client is well advised to employ a _________________. | Landscape architect |
| A _____________________ is responsible for all aspects of the landscape design | Landscape architect |
| Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be taken into consideration during an on-site visit? | Cleanliness |
| Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be used to determine Material and Labor Costs? | Food and travel expenses |
| _________________ are the costs that are generally the most difficult to calculate and require experience with actual landscape installation in order to be estimated properly. | Direct job expenses |
| Which of the following is NOT an item typically included in a landscaping contract? | Vacation days |
| The ____________________ has standardized preprinted contracts available that may be suitable for landscape contractual use. | American Institute of Architects |
| Which of the following is NOT a commonly used type of contract? | Sum-Plus contract |
| ___________________ is the most common form of general contract in which the owner aggress to pay a set amount to the contractor for executing the services specified in the contract. | Fixed-Price contract |
| In a ______________ contract, the owner pays the contractor for necessary costs incurred in the construction of the project | Cost-Plus contract |
| It is unwise to participate in _____________ because the subcontractor receives the job may well be forced into a choice between doing the job at a loss or resorting to substandard workmanship. | Bid peddling |
| During inspection for final acceptance, the landscape contractor should have a(n) ________________ to be signed by the client. | Acceptance form |
| It is not a Louisiana law to include a warranty or guarantee for plants installed by the landscape contractor, but it is common practice to include a ______ day guarantee in the contract. | 90 |
| When shopping for a subcontract, the contract should preferably be rewarded to the _______________. | Lowest bidder |
| Which of these is not a component of successful pest management ? | Meet the needs of the home owner |
| A successful pest management system will ? | When using pesticides use a combination of methods to manage pests |
| Which of these is not a non-pesticide method of pest management? | Removal of pests from the host |
| __________ control involves the use of naturally occurring enemies of pests. | Biological |
| ___________ control is the rotation of crops and using tilling to control pests. | Cultural |
| ___________ control uses traps screens, barriers and electricity to prevent the spread of pests or reduce infestations. | Mechanical |
| ___________ is a form of pest control where plant varieties are developed which are immune to certain pests. | Host resistance |
| __________ is one of the main attributes of insects and disease problems that is not associated with healthy plants. | Stress |
| __________ are generally the fastest way to manage pests. | Pesticides |
| __________ are generally the fastest way to manage pests. | Pesticides |
| This pesticide is used to control mites, ticks, and spiders. | Acaricide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms like Bacillus, Coccus, and Spirillum. | Bactericide |
| This pesticide is used to control mites, ticks, and spiders. | Acaricide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms like Bacillus, Coccus, and Spirillum. | Bactericide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms such as slugs and snails. | Molluscicide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms such as caterpillars beetles and aphids. | Insecticide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms such as dandelions, crabgrass and clover. | Herbicide |
| This pesticide is used to control organisms such as rats and mice. | Rodenticides |
| Which of the following is not a common origin of pesticides? | Petroleum based pesticides |
| Arsenic, copper boron, chlorine and sulfur are all used in making pesticides. Which of these is a synthetic pesticide? | Chlorine |
| These pesticides are made from minerals. | Inorganic pesticides |
| These pesticides interfere with the development of pests and cause sterility. | Growth regulators |
| Which of these is an example of a synthetic organic pesticide? | Sevin |
| Which of these pesticides is an example of a growth regulator? | Extinguish |
| Botanical pesticides are made from __________________. | Plants or plant parts |
| Prior to using any pesticide, you should instruct your customers to do which of the following procedures? | Read the label of the pesticide and follow all rules and regulations |
| Pesticides kill in a variety of ways. Which of these is not a method? | Preventing reproduction |
| This method of poisoning kills pests by simply touching them. | Contact poisons |
| A pesticide that is toxic to some kinds of plants or animals but not to others is said to be _____? | Selective |
| This method of application of a pesticide will kill plants by being absorbed by the leaves, stems or roots and moving throughout the plant. | Translocated |
| Since all chemicals work in small amounts, care should be used to ____________. | Treat only the intended target |
| The ability of pests to resist poisoning is called_______. | Pesticide resistance |
| Climatic factors affect the effectiveness of pesticides. Which of these is not a climatic factor? | Soil |
| Soil texture affects the way pesticides work. Finer textured soils have more surface area to cover and may need _____ | Higher application rates |
| Soil texture affects the way pesticides work. Coarser textured soils have less surface area to cover and may need _____ | Lower application rates |
| Pesticide failure may be attributed to many factors. Which of these is not a factor for pesticide failure? | Water clarity |
| The chemicals in a pesticide that do the work are called _____. | Active ingredients |
| Which is not a liquid formulation of pesticides? | Flowables |
| the term ________ includes all information provided by the chemical company or other government bodies regarding safe and effective use of the product. | Labeling |
| Signal words on pesticide containers give a clue as to how dangerous the product is to humans. Which of these is not a signal word? | Toxic |
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