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Bermuda Grass Seed
Any time is a good time to plant Berumda, but the BEST time to plant seed is in late spring / early summer after soil temperatures are 70+ degrees and all danger of freeze/frost is past. 12"-18" tall with seed heads.
Native & healthful food source for African Grassland species.
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Buffalo Grass
Does not establish well in sandy soils. However these areas can be successful by using a top dressing with a couple inches of good soil before seeding.
Keep seed moist through germination stage and water on an as needed basis until plants are established. Soil must be warm, 60 degrees for seeds to germinate. Plant no sooner than May in the upper mid-west and no sooner than April in the South.
It is winter hardy and drought tolerant.
Height 4 - 6". Seeding rate: 2-3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft.
Good fiber, Ca:Ph ratio Native food for grassland African species
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Kentucky Bluegrass
This is a cool season, sod forming perennial grass. Bluegrass is NOT tolerant of drought and high temperatures but is somewhat shade tolerant. It can grow 1-2ft if conditions are right.
Very good spring and fall growth, but goes dormant quickly in hot dry months. Seeding rate: 3-5 lbs.per 1,000 sq ft.
Fast growing charateristics; has the ability develop a good root system against drought. When to Plant: Feb-May and Sept- Nov. Planting Depth: 1/4" to 1/2"
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Plantain
Native food for Mediterranean species and other broadleaf loving tortoises.
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Southwestern Deserts-Indian Rice Grass
This is a clumping grass native to the southwestern deserts. Great for outdoor enclosures and safe as a food source.
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Timothy Grass Seed
A perennial bunchgrass which reproduces only by seed. Best for cool, moist, climates, this grass can not tolerate drought and high temps.
Although it requires good drainage, it thrives where moisture is abundant. Can grow 2-2.5 ft. Seeding rate: 1-2 lbs per 1,000 sq ft.
(Phleum pratense) Good Ca:Ph ratio, high fiber.
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Orchard Grass Seed
A soft prairie grass which reproduces only by seed. This grass can not tolerate drought and needs regular watering.
Although it requires good drainage, it thrives where moisture is abundant.
Good Ca:Ph ratio, high fiber.
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Milk Thistle
Milk Thiste is a plant native to the Mediterranean region, and is a wonderul snack for Testudo and Russians when they leaves are still young and tender.
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