Douglas Fir
Known as “one of the noblest forest trees,” this tree makes up nearly half of all Christmas trees grown in the US.
It’s status as a popular Christmas tree is thanks to is lush, even shape and soft needles which don’t easily fall—characteristics that also make it a popular feature in yards and parks like Central Park. The douglas fir’s branches also provide excellent cover and habitat for a wide range of animals, and its seeds serve as food for songbirds, squirrels, rabbits and other small animals.
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Leaves
Spiral, simple, roughly 1.5 inches in length -
Fruit
Woody seed cones with a distinct three-pointed bract -
Flower
Individual trees produce both male flowers and female flowers -
Bark
Deeply furrowed, gray to brown in color
