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C-27 – LANDSCAPING CONTRACTOR EXAM
PRACTICE EXAM WITH SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS TO 2026 SITTING EXAM
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➢ What is the best method for controlling lawn thatch?
o A) Fertilizing regularly
o B) Aerating the lawn
o C) Using herbicides
o D) Increasing mowing height
o Aerating the lawn helps break up thatch and improves water
infiltration.
➢ Which of the following is a primary advantage of using native plants in
landscaping?
o A) Low maintenance and better adaptation to local conditions
o B) Increased susceptibility to pests
o C) Require more water than non-native plants
o D) Limited variety of species
o Native plants are adapted to local conditions and typically require less
water and maintenance.
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➢ Which tree is best for planting near a sidewalk, given its narrow root
system?
o A) Oak
o B) Bradford pear
o C) Redwood
o D) Elm
o The Bradford pear has a narrow root system, making it suitable for
areas with limited space like sidewalks.
➢ What type of irrigation system is most commonly used for larger landscapes
or agricultural areas?
o A) Sprinkler system
o B) Drip system
o C) Hand-watering
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o D) Surface irrigation
o Sprinkler systems cover large areas and provide efficient water
distribution over wide spaces.
➢ What is the primary purpose of using a landscape fabric?
o A) To block weeds while allowing water and air to pass through
o B) To prevent soil erosion
o C) To increase soil fertility
o D) To improve water retention
o Landscape fabric suppresses weed growth while allowing air and
moisture to reach the soil beneath.
➢ What should be done to protect trees from damage in a new landscape
installation?
o A) Mulch around the base and water regularly
o B) Prune the tree immediately
o C) Fertilize heavily
o D) Cover the tree with plastic to retain moisture
o Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and protects the tree
from temperature extremes.
➢ How often should lawn mowing be done to maintain a healthy lawn?
o A) Regularly, maintaining the recommended grass height
o B) Only when the grass is overgrown
o C) Once every two weeks
o D) Once a month
o Mowing regularly keeps grass at the proper height, which helps it
grow dense and healthy.
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➢ Which of the following is a key consideration when selecting a fence for a
garden?
o A) Fence height only
o B) Fence color
o C) Durability and purpose
o D) Cost only
o Fences should be selected based on their durability, aesthetic appeal,
and specific purpose, such as privacy or security.
➢ What is the ideal pH level for most garden plants?
o A) 3.0 - 4.0
o B) 6.0 - 7.0
o C) 4.5 - 5.5
o D) 7.5 - 8.0
o Most garden plants thrive in slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH
between 6.0 and 7.0.
➢ What is the best time to prune most trees and shrubs?
o A) During the fall
o B) During late winter or early spring
o C) In summer
o D) During the rainy season
o Pruning in late winter or early spring promotes healthy growth as the
plants come out of dormancy.
➢ Which of the following is a characteristic of xeriscaping?
o A) Use of large water features
o B) Use of drought-tolerant plants
o C) Frequent watering
o D) High maintenance
C-27 – LANDSCAPING CONTRACTOR EXAM
PRACTICE EXAM WITH SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS TO 2026 SITTING EXAM
DOWNLOAD, PASS!!
➢ What is the best method for controlling lawn thatch?
o A) Fertilizing regularly
o B) Aerating the lawn
o C) Using herbicides
o D) Increasing mowing height
o Aerating the lawn helps break up thatch and improves water
infiltration.
➢ Which of the following is a primary advantage of using native plants in
landscaping?
o A) Low maintenance and better adaptation to local conditions
o B) Increased susceptibility to pests
o C) Require more water than non-native plants
o D) Limited variety of species
o Native plants are adapted to local conditions and typically require less
water and maintenance.
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➢ Which tree is best for planting near a sidewalk, given its narrow root
system?
o A) Oak
o B) Bradford pear
o C) Redwood
o D) Elm
o The Bradford pear has a narrow root system, making it suitable for
areas with limited space like sidewalks.
➢ What type of irrigation system is most commonly used for larger landscapes
or agricultural areas?
o A) Sprinkler system
o B) Drip system
o C) Hand-watering
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o D) Surface irrigation
o Sprinkler systems cover large areas and provide efficient water
distribution over wide spaces.
➢ What is the primary purpose of using a landscape fabric?
o A) To block weeds while allowing water and air to pass through
o B) To prevent soil erosion
o C) To increase soil fertility
o D) To improve water retention
o Landscape fabric suppresses weed growth while allowing air and
moisture to reach the soil beneath.
➢ What should be done to protect trees from damage in a new landscape
installation?
o A) Mulch around the base and water regularly
o B) Prune the tree immediately
o C) Fertilize heavily
o D) Cover the tree with plastic to retain moisture
o Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and protects the tree
from temperature extremes.
➢ How often should lawn mowing be done to maintain a healthy lawn?
o A) Regularly, maintaining the recommended grass height
o B) Only when the grass is overgrown
o C) Once every two weeks
o D) Once a month
o Mowing regularly keeps grass at the proper height, which helps it
grow dense and healthy.
, 4
➢ Which of the following is a key consideration when selecting a fence for a
garden?
o A) Fence height only
o B) Fence color
o C) Durability and purpose
o D) Cost only
o Fences should be selected based on their durability, aesthetic appeal,
and specific purpose, such as privacy or security.
➢ What is the ideal pH level for most garden plants?
o A) 3.0 - 4.0
o B) 6.0 - 7.0
o C) 4.5 - 5.5
o D) 7.5 - 8.0
o Most garden plants thrive in slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH
between 6.0 and 7.0.
➢ What is the best time to prune most trees and shrubs?
o A) During the fall
o B) During late winter or early spring
o C) In summer
o D) During the rainy season
o Pruning in late winter or early spring promotes healthy growth as the
plants come out of dormancy.
➢ Which of the following is a characteristic of xeriscaping?
o A) Use of large water features
o B) Use of drought-tolerant plants
o C) Frequent watering
o D) High maintenance
