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Old 06-11-2012, 07:53 PM   #1
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Hi anyone know if this is edible for my little Horsfield?

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Old 06-11-2012, 08:02 PM   #2
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It's Nasturtium - ok to feed in moderation, mine love it especially the flowers in summer
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Old 06-11-2012, 10:50 PM   #3
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I agree with nasturtium. I grow these in the summer for my torts and it rampages across my weed border, creating beautiful bright flowers. My torts love it and I believe the leaves are safe to eat too.
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Old 06-11-2012, 10:58 PM   #4
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I agree with Nasturtium.
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Old 06-11-2012, 11:22 PM   #5
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Ditto....mine love it too!
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