Turtle Greens – Forage Garden Mix
1,500 Seeds • Non-GMO • Grow Your Own Turtle & Tortoise Greens
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Grow fresh, safe forage greens for your turtle or tortoise with Turtle Greens – Forage Garden Mix. This carefully curated blend contains only widely accepted, turtle-safe leafy greens commonly recommended by experienced keepers and rescues for grazing plots, container gardens, and enrichment feeding.
This mix focuses on bitter, fibrous, leafy plants turtles naturally browse in the wild, making it an excellent foundation for daily forage rotation and habitat enrichment.
🌿 Greens Only – No Flowers Included
Flowers are intentionally excluded so keepers can control enrichment separately and avoid overuse.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This mix contains a balanced blend of:
Red Stem Dandelion (Italian Chicory) – Cichorium intybus
Plantain (Boston / Broadleaf)
Chicory (Oasis)
White Dutch Clover
These greens are suitable for many turtle and tortoise species when used as supplemental forage.
WHY GROW YOUR OWN?
Encourages natural grazing behavior
Provides fresh, chemical-free greens
Ideal for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
Supports safe food rotation
SHORT PLANTING DIRECTIONS
Cichorium intybus and companion forage greens grow best in cool to mild conditions. Sow seeds shallowly (⅛–¼") in loose, well-drained soil. Keep soil consistently moist until germination. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Harvest young leaves regularly to encourage continued growth. Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, or containers.
IMPORTANT NOTES
This mix is intended for supplemental feeding and enrichment only
Not a complete diet
Always research your individual animal’s dietary needs
Rotate foods and offer a variety of greens
Introduce new foods gradually
 
🌼 Optional Companion Plants (Sold Separately):
For occasional enrichment and garden diversity, many keepers also grow dwarf flowers such as Calendula or Nasturtium nearby. These should be offered sparingly and are not included in this mix.