Adapted to wide range of soil conditions. Very vigorous long lived sod forming grass. Well suited for hay production with a good stem to leaf ratio. Most productive in spring, early summer and late fall. Timothy Can be used for hay or pasture in wetter areas.
Salvo timothy is the earliest variety and has the quickest regrowth.
Basho and Champ are leafy varieties used mainly for pasture but also for hay. Climax is used mainly for hay. It is the latest maturing variety and carries its leaves higher on the stem. Timothy is not drought tolerant and should stay on heavy textured soils. Reed Canarygrass A creeping grass for poorly drained areas subject to flooding.