Seed Mix: Dry-Climate Browsing Mix - 5 oz.

Mixture of grasses, clovers and medics chosen to do well in areas of high temperature and low rainfall. This mix will grow in areas with 12" to 24" of annual rainfall, so some irrigation will be needed in the more dry climates.With this "browsing" mix, the plants are intended to be eaten by the tortoises up off the ground a few inches. Because of this, it's best to keep the tortoises away from this area until the plants get some height to them. Eating it as it grows in doesn't allow the plants enough time to get their beneficial leaves out in order to be "browsed." This is a good general mix for the testudo tortoises which will pick and choose the preferred plants for the day, and the added leaves will be a welcome treat for the grazing species like leopards, stars and sulcatas.

We use about 1 oz of this mix for every 60 square feet of enclosure space.

For a similar mix with no grasses, see our Broadleaf Testudo Mix or Clover Mix.

*Some of these seeds are nitro-coated to aid in seed germination. 

For warm climates like Las Vegas, plant tortoise-friendly seeds such as chicory, clover, and dandelion in early spring or fall when temperatures are milder. Choose a well-draining area with partial to full sun, loosen the top few inches of soil, and lightly scatter the seeds over the surface-these varieties germinate best when not buried too deep. Gently rake or press them into the soil, keep the area consistently moist (but not soaked) until established, and expect quick sprouting within 1-2 weeks. Once growing, water moderately and allow the plants to mature naturally, creating a hardy, grazing-friendly patch for your tortoises.