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A Tour of My Garden Trivia Quiz

Herbs, flowers and cactus, oh my! While my garden may be small, it's still quite a place of discovery.

A multiple-choice quiz by Deunan. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Deunan

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
326,817

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
412

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. One flower in my garden has a pungent odor. It can be used as a deterrent to many insects as well as deer and other creatures. Do you know this plant? Hint

Starfish

Geranium

Marigold

Carnation

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Question 2 of 10

2. This herb is native to the Mediterranean. It is also called "Dew of the Sea". What is the name of this plant? Hint

Sage

Thyme

Rosemary

Oregano

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Question 3 of 10

3. One of my favorite flowers lives in my garden. They come in tall and short varieties as well as a range of colors. What flower has a face which resembles a mythical creature? Hint

Peony

Pansy

Snapdragons

Orchids

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Question 4 of 10

4. The next herb is the small fry of onions. The flowers and leaves can both be used to add flavor to a dish. What herb am I thinking of this time? Hint

Chives

Shallot

Pearl

Spring

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Question 5 of 10

5. There are many varieties of this herb. Lemon and sweet are just two of them. They can be used in Asian and Italian cooking. What herb that tastes a bit like anise am I talking about? Hint

Bay Leaf

Basil

Oregano

Thyme

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Question 6 of 10

6. This plant has a cold name. It is best planted in a container as it will take over and choke out other plants. Do you know the name of this plant? Hint

Frosty Plant

Santa Plant

Arctic Plant

Ice Plant

7. Although this plant was placed in a container, it makes a great ground cover. The offspring send out roots but remain close to the main plant. They have quite an interesting name. Do you know what it is? Hint

Hens and Chicks

Parent and Child

Generation Plant

Family Tree

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Question 8 of 10

8. This plant loves all the sunlight it receives. It is drought tolerant and flowers even in the heat. Do you know its name? Hint

Impatiens

Larkspur

Dianthus

Moss Rose

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Question 9 of 10

9. A new endeavor in the garden were the addition of cactus. One particular cactus which attracted attention has a name which is also used for writing. What is the name of this cactus? Hint

Pencil Cactus

Graphite Cactus

Quill Cactus

Ink Cactus

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Question 10 of 10

10. Our tour is almost complete. Our final plant is another cactus. Its stems look like upside down bottles. Can you guess at its name? Hint

Wine Bottle

Jennie in a Bottle

Drunkard's Dream

Glass Plant

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. One flower in my garden has a pungent odor. It can be used as a deterrent to many insects as well as deer and other creatures. Do you know this plant?

Answer: Marigold

Also known as "Mary's Gold", this plant has many uses. They range from use as an essential oil to food coloring. One particular usage is as a tea which has the flavor of anise.

2. This herb is native to the Mediterranean. It is also called "Dew of the Sea". What is the name of this plant?

Answer: Rosemary

While Rosemary is a great addition to food, care must be taken in its use. Allergic reactions and problems in pregnant or nursing women have occurred. The oil has the possibility of being toxic if taken internally. Yet, Rosemary has compounds which have been shown to aid in controlling free radicals.

3. One of my favorite flowers lives in my garden. They come in tall and short varieties as well as a range of colors. What flower has a face which resembles a mythical creature?

Answer: Snapdragons

While snapdragons aren't really dragons, if you apply pressure to the sides of the flower, it appears the "mouth" of the dragon is opening and closing in a "snap".

4. The next herb is the small fry of onions. The flowers and leaves can both be used to add flavor to a dish. What herb am I thinking of this time?

Answer: Chives

Chives are used in medicine to help reduce blood pressure and as a way to increase appetite. They are even considered to be a mild antibiotic.

5. There are many varieties of this herb. Lemon and sweet are just two of them. They can be used in Asian and Italian cooking. What herb that tastes a bit like anise am I talking about?

Answer: Basil

Sweet basil is mainly used for Italian cooking while lemon and Thai basil are more for Asian food preparation. Basil is a member of the mint family.

6. This plant has a cold name. It is best planted in a container as it will take over and choke out other plants. Do you know the name of this plant?

Answer: Ice Plant

The ice plant (or iceplant) produces a variety of flowers. It is called "ice" due to the hairs on the plant which sparkle when the sun shines on them. Jam is a product made from the flowers.

Answer: Hens and Chicks

I never expected our hens and chicks to flourish to such a degree. Not all the plants are the same color. The varieties may range from light green to purple. They also produce flowers.

8. This plant loves all the sunlight it receives. It is drought tolerant and flowers even in the heat. Do you know its name?

Answer: Moss Rose

This plant is also called Portulaca. It comes in a variety of colors and the flowers may even be striped. The flowers resemble roses and their stems and leaves resemble cactus.

9. A new endeavor in the garden were the addition of cactus. One particular cactus which attracted attention has a name which is also used for writing. What is the name of this cactus?

Answer: Pencil Cactus

Pencil cactus is not actually a cactus but a Euphorbia plant. It is also called Milkbush. Care must be taken with this plant (which is why it ended up indoors). The sap contains latex and is also poisonous. Yet there are plants from the same family which are used in medicine.

10. Our tour is almost complete. Our final plant is another cactus. Its stems look like upside down bottles. Can you guess at its name?

Answer: Drunkard's Dream

Its full name is Drunkard's Dream Mistletoe Cactus. Blooms appear in late winter and continue on until spring. This is one plant you should never overwater. It thrives on light watering and makes a great hanging basket.

Source: Author Deunan

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