whats good to grow for them to eat?
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This was written for sulcatas, so use less emphasis on grass, but the list is good for leopards too.
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/for-those-who-have-a-young-sulcata.76744/
Leopards are not as much of a grass eater as some other species. I would strive for 10-20% grass over all, and more weeds, leaves and succulents for the rest.
I don't know those two specifically, but there are several sites that have lists of tortoise safe foods. I'de refer to those.
About the "herbs". Many have pungent odors and strong tastes and the tortoises won't eat them. If you verify they are on the safe to feed lists, there should be no harm in trying.
The Tortoise Table Plant Database (TTT) is your friend - use it to look up foods for suitability 
http://thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plant_database_14.asp
French Marigold and chives are both do not feed on TTT
Pot Marigold is safe to feed.
You'll have to look at the pictures in the links to work out which you have.
http://thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plant_database_14.asp
French Marigold and chives are both do not feed on TTT
Pot Marigold is safe to feed.
You'll have to look at the pictures in the links to work out which you have.
You can also buy seed mixes from places like tortoise supply.org and Carolina pet supply . They grow quickly and give you a good variety.
