I live in the same general area. We have a weed here that is like a dandelion but with bigger leaves. I can't remember what it is called but when I first showed it on the forum I was told it was healthier than dandelions because it wasn't high in oxalates.I want to plant seeds or plants for the CDTs. I do have Rose of Sharon and other roses. I can easily find flower and vegetable seeds but where do I find the seeds for dandelions and others. People don’t like dandelions in there yards but I don’t care. And I can have some planters for growing anything. I live in Central CA so we have over 100° weather all summmer.
I think there is a tortoise seed mix you can get.