TIMOTHY Phleum pratense
Timothy is a vigorous, early maturing cool season bunchgrass.  It is a short lived perennial with stems larger than most grass plants providing a coarse hay-type look.  Very leafy compared to grasses and usually matures earlier than other grasses but about the same as clovers and alfalfa.  Timothy has a shallow root system that does NOT allow it to handle drought and heat stress very well.  Adapted best for use in cold (cool), humid climates of North Eastern and North Central US states.  Not suitable for use warmer in Southern States.  Used for pasture in rotational grazing, hay, conservation - erosion control and silage.