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				Which of the following gardens will get the most light?
				The one with an East aspect
				The one with a West aspect
				The one with a South aspect

				In general, as altitude increases, what happens to temperatures?
				Rise
				Fall
				Stay the same

				Camellias do not like direct morning light, so a location with what aspect should be avoided?
				West
				North
				East

				What can you do to minimise wind causing damage to plants? There are two correct answers.
				Plant a perimeter hedge
				Tie individual plants to canes
				Build a wall

				If a soil has a pH level of 6, what kind of soil is it and what plant would grow well in it? There are two correct answers.
				Ericaceous and Rhododendron
				Alkaline and Saxifrage
				Acid and Rhododendron

				Which of these can be used to improve both moist and dry soils?
				Horticultural grit
				Well-rotted organic manure
				Organic fertiliser

				What are the three types of particle which together with humus make up soil?
				Clay, silt and sand
				Grit, clay and peat
				Sand, grit and chalk

				In an exposed coastal location, what is the best form of protection from the prevailing wind? There are two correct answers.
				A brick wall
				A tamerisk hedge
				Rows of plastic strips strung between wooden poles

				You do the touch test, and squeeze a lump of soil in your fist. It feels slimy and sticky, and when you release the pressure the lump stays in shape. What type of soil do you have?
				Loam
				Clay
				Chalk

				Which position does Lavender prefer?
				Full shade
				Partial shade
				Full sun