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Climax (Certified),
Climax (Uncertified), Green MT, Tuuka and Tundra. Timothy is
a perennial bunch grass which has a wide range of variation
in plant characteristics. Much of the variation is found in
growth habit, leaf and stem characteristics, head type, earliness,
longevity, and winter- hardiness. It is grown primarily for
hay, but new cultivars are much improved for pasture use. It
is generally grown in mixtures. It is adapted to cool humid
climates, but not too droughty conditions. When established
in a legume mixture, planting time should favor the legume.
If sown alone, it can be seeded in early spring or late summer.
Timothy cut for hay will produce maximum dry matter yields when
cut at the postbloom stage. Common timothy is widely adapted
and produces high yield with good management. Produces high
quality hays if cut in early June. Climax timothy matures 7-10
days later than common. It has increased leafiness at harvest
time and better resistance to rust.
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