Douglas fir die-off in Southern Oregon gives a glimpse into the future of West Coast forests By Erik Neumann ( Jefferson Public Radio ) ASHLAND, Ore. May 26, 2024 1 p.m.

Oregon's state tree, the Douglas fir, comes in two types, coast and Rocky Mountain. The Douglas fir can grow several hundred feet and live for over 1,000 years.

Douglas fir is the most abundant tree species in the Pacific Northwest. It’s Oregon’s official state tree. And it’s arguably the region’s most important timber species.

Although not a true fir, the Douglas fir is a top-selling Christmas tree that’s shipped far and wide. It isn’t the most fragrant on the list, but it does have a sweet evergreen scent ...

The Coast Douglas Fir is the tallest variety found in Pacific coast of North America with height up to 95.8 meters. The Yellow Meranti is a tree species found primarily in Southeast Asia with ...

For spruce tips, you’ll want to look for either Sitka spruce on the fog-shrouded coast or Engelmann spruce in the Cascades. Keep in mind that the timing of new spring growth will depend on elevation ...