Tortoisesupply.com "Testudo Seed Mix" Thread

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but what would be a problem for the gecko is if the earwig has parasites in it I don't think that would be a problem for a tarantula because they turn the insect to goop before eating it or slurping it.

I agree, I don’t think it’s the best idea to feed wild caught insects to most reptiles. I had a friend who’s bearded dragon died after feeding it a bunch of moths from outside.
 

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I got this bag of seeds from our Russian tortoises previous family. I don’t know what kind it is. He says it grows quickly and came from Caronlina supply. I want to plant it above my sulcatas cool hide. Anyone know if this will be a good spot? It’s very sunny but gets late afternoon shade. I can water it as much as needed. I know my sulcatas will like whatever grows but I wonder if my Russian will. Is the brutal heat of summer an ok time to plant them?
 

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I got this bag of seeds from our Russian tortoises previous family. I don’t know what kind it is. He says it grows quickly and came from Caronlina supply. I want to plant it above my sulcatas cool hide. Anyone know if this will be a good spot? It’s very sunny but gets late afternoon shade. I can water it as much as needed. I know my sulcatas will like whatever grows but I wonder if my Russian will. Is the brutal heat of summer an ok time to plant them?

Just saying MOST grass seeds germinate best in cool temperatures, coupled with moist conditions. I like your hut design there, but i think the seeds would bake or sprout and quickly perish. I’m sure your temps there in Louisiana are like ours here in Md....scorching. Id suggest you wait ‘til cooler Fall temps.

Quick search... Although the optimum temperature range for rooting differs somewhat among turfgrass species, most cool-season turfgrasses produce the best root growth at soil temperatures between 50° and 65°F. When temperatures reach 90°F in the surface inch of soil, Kentucky bluegrass root growth is greatly reduced.

I know you have a mix of seeds,,,,but, id wait.
 

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