The Douglas Fir is one of North America's most iconic conifers, reaching heights of over 250 feet and living for hundreds of years. Despite its common name, it’s not a true fir but belongs to its own unique genus. Its strong, straight-grained wood is prized in construction, and the tree plays a major role in the timber industry.
It also helps stabilize soils on mountain slopes and sequesters significant amounts of carbon, making it important for both forestry and climate resilience.