How To Order: This species is sold in quantities of 3 lbs. If you order Qty: 1, you are ordering 3 lbs. Examples: 1 = 3 lbs, 25 = 75 bs.
 
Common Name: Timothy
Scientific Name: Phleum pratense
Native / Introduced: Introduced
Main Uses:
~Pasture and rangeland
~Wildlife habitat improvement
~Hay
Height: 1 1/2 - 3 feet
Root Type: Bunchgrass
Growing Season: Cool
Soil Types: Most soils, prefers medium to fin textures
Tolerances:
~Salt and alkali
~Cold
Sun or Shade: Full sun
Minimum Precipitation: 16 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 1 - 3 lbs/acre
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 1,250,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall or spring
Planting Depth: 1/4 - 1/2 inch
Category: Grasses
 
Description:
Timothy is a relatively short-lived, cool-season, introduced perennial grass that grows in clumps, developing a shallow, compact, and fibrous root system. Upon reaching maturity, it produces clumps of seed that have a fluffy appearance. This grass species is adaptable to all soil textures, but prefers medium to fine textures when sufficient moisture is present. Timothy exhibits fair tolerance to salt and alkali, excelling in cold tolerance and winter hardiness, but has poor drought and heat tolerance.
 
Known for its ease of establishment, Timothy is nutritious for many species of wildlife and livestock. Timothy hay is considered a premium feed for horses and cattle. The grass holds significant value and importance for hay production, pasture management, range improvement, and soil stabilization. For optimal pasture use, it is recommended to mix Timothy with legumes.
 
Resource:
NRCS Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=PHPR3
NRCS Fact Sheet: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/factsheet/pdf/fs_phpr3.pdf
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_phpr3.pdf
 
Photo Credit: Matt Lavin