Testumix® – Seed mix for land tortoises – Natural formula approved by veterinarians

🐢 An ideal mix for the health of land tortoises

A seed blend adapted for tortoises. Composition: White clover 21.4%, crimson clover 21.4%, sainfoin 21.4%, vetch 14.3%, alfalfa 7.2%, other wild seeds: 14.3%, including depending on seasons and years dandelion, various plantains, wild mallow, scabious, amaranth, evening primrose, milk thistle, etc.

These plants are known for their natural richness in fiber, low protein content, and excellent calcium/phosphorus ratio, essential for:

✅ Harmonious growth
✅ Strong shell
✅ Good intestinal transit
✅ Prevention of deficiencies and digestive disorders

🦴 Calcium and fiber supply: an essential balance

Testumix® promotes a diet that is:

• Rich in calcium, essential for shell strength

• Very high in fiber, for a healthy digestive system

• Low in sugar and protein, respecting the physiology of land tortoises

It is an ideal solution to complement or replace commercial vegetables, which are often nutritionally poor.

🌼 Why sow Testumix®?

🌱 100% natural and fresh food
🌍 Respects the natural diet of tortoises
🐢 Suitable for all herbivorous land tortoises

🇫🇷 Blend made in France
👩‍⚕️ Recommended by specialized veterinarians
🏡 Can be grown in gardens, enclosures, or planters

🌾 Planting advice for the Testumix® blend

Sowing period: from spring to autumn
Substrate: open ground, pot, or planter
Exposure: full sun or partial shade

Sowing:

• Scatter seeds evenly on loosened soil

• Cover very lightly with soil

• Water gently

• Maintain the soil slightly moist until germination

Harvest: Cut or let tortoises graze directly once the plants are well developed

💡 For a varied diet, it is recommended to let the plants grow naturally and avoid cutting too short.

Planting period (after frost)

🌾 Testumix® planting tips

• Sowing period: from spring to autumn

• Growing medium: open ground, pots, or planters

• Exposure: full sun or partial shade

• Sowing:
◦ Broadcast seeds over loosened soil
◦ Lightly cover with soil
◦ Water with a fine spray

• Watering: keep the soil slightly moist until germination

• Harvest: cut the plants or let tortoises graze directly once well developed

💡 For a varied diet, it is recommended to let the plants grow naturally and avoid cutting them too short.

More information about planting can be found on our dedicated page for sowing tortoise seeds.

❓ FAQ – Testumix® Seed Mix for Land Tortoises

🐢 What is the Testumix® seed mix used for?

Testumix® helps recreate a natural plant environment in your enclosure, suitable for Mediterranean land tortoises such as Testudo hermanni and Testudo graeca.
It provides a high intake of long fibers and supports healthy shell development.

🌿 Why sow seeds instead of feeding only vegetables?

Land tortoises are strict herbivores.
In the wild, they feed on natural plants that are low in protein and rich in structural fiber.

Store-bought vegetables are often too high in water and too low in fiber.
Sowing Testumix® helps replicate their natural diet.

📅 When should Testumix® be sown?

The ideal periods are:

• Spring
• Early autumn
• Frost-free conditions

The soil should be slightly moist, and temperatures moderate to promote germination.

⏳ How long does it take for plants to grow?

Germination usually occurs within 10 to 21 days depending on weather conditions.
Optimal growth for grazing is generally reached within 3 to 6 weeks.

🏡 Can Testumix® be used in a small enclosure?

Yes.
The mix is suitable for both large outdoor areas and smaller enclosures.
It is recommended to rotate sowing areas to allow regrowth.

🐣 Is the mix suitable for young tortoises?

Yes, Testumix® is suitable for both juveniles and adults.
Young tortoises especially benefit from a fiber-rich natural diet to support healthy shell growth.

🦴 Does Testumix® provide calcium?

The wild plants included in the mix naturally support a good calcium/phosphorus balance.
They contribute to a diet adapted to the metabolic needs of land tortoises.

🧪 Does the mix contain additives or chemical treatments?

No.
Testumix® is a 100% natural mix, with no additives or chemical treatments.

📏 How much area can be covered with one bag?

Coverage depends on the selected weight.
On average, a 70 g bag of Testumix® covers between 30 and 50 m².

🔁 Should it be resown every year?

Partial reseeding each season is recommended to maintain optimal plant diversity in the enclosure.
However, if plants are allowed to flower, they will self-seed naturally.