November 2025 Gardening Quiz

1

What’s a great crop to plant in New Zealand gardens during November?

a) Tomatoes

b) Broccoli

c) Garlic

d) Rhubarb

2

Which of these is usually showing off in the garden by November?

a) Daffodils

b) Roses

c) Camellias

d) Snowdrops

3

How do plants take up most of their nutrients from the soil?

a) By absorbing them through their leaves

b) Through their roots, with help from soil microbes and water

c) By photosynthesis alone

d) By politely asking the compost heap

4

Which DCT product helps improve nutrient uptake and soil health for strong summer growth?

a) DCT Garden

b) DCT Lawn

c) Lazerhume

d) All of the Above

5

What’s one sure sign a gardener has been working hard?

a) Mud on their boots

b) A perfect manicure

c) A spotless shed

d) No weeds in sight (yeah, right!)

6

Which pest loves munching on tender new leaves in warm November weather?

a) Aphids

b) Grass grubs

c) Cicadas

d) Magpies

7

Why is watering deeply but less often better for most plants?

a) It encourages deep root growth

b) It saves water and effort

c) It keeps the topsoil dry for weeding

d) Both a and b

8

In November, lawn care in NZ is all about:

a) Feeding and regular mowing

b) Letting it grow wild for Christmas

c) Painting it green

d) Avoiding it completely

9

What’s the unofficial rule of thumb for gardeners?

a) If it’s growing, water it

b) If it’s not growing, talk to it

c) If all else fails, blame the weather

d) All of the above

10

As the days get longer, what’s one smart move before the summer heat arrives?

a) Mulch garden beds to lock in moisture

b) Pull out all the compost

c) Stop watering completely

d) Spray everything with perfume

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