FREE CHT Landscape Installation & Maintenance Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first step in preparing a site for landscape installation?

Accepted Answer

Remove debris and assess soil conditions

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Apply mulch

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Install irrigation

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Plant shrubs immediately

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used to edge planting beds?

Accepted Answer

Edger

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Hose

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Pruning shears

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Trowel

Question 3

What is the purpose of mulching in landscape maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

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Attract insects

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Remove nutrients

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Harden the soil

Question 4

Which factor is most important when selecting plants for a site?

Accepted Answer

Soil, sunlight, and water conditions

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Color of mulch

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Availability of tools

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Price of grass seed

Question 5

When should irrigation systems be checked for efficiency?

Accepted Answer

Regularly throughout the growing season

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Only in winter

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During rainy days

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Annually

Question 6

What does pruning help achieve in landscape maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Controls plant growth and removes dead material

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Accelerates decay

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Removes healthy growth

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Limits root development

Question 7

Why is soil testing important before planting?

Accepted Answer

To identify fertility and amendments needed

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To measure wind direction

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To increase rainfall

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To remove rocks

Question 8

What is a recommended mowing height for most turfgrasses?

Accepted Answer

2.5 to 3.5 inches

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Over 6 inches

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1 inch

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Under 0.5 inch

Question 9

Which of the following is part of sustainable landscape practices?

Accepted Answer

Use of native plants and compost

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Daily watering with no schedule

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Frequent pesticide use

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Synthetic turf everywhere