Quick answer: Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is native to 12 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically bare-root sapling, verified 24 Oct 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Medium |
| Soil | Deep, well-drained |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-May |
| Height | 70-200 ft |
| Wildlife value | Seeds, cover, caterpillar host |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (24 Oct 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Bare-root sapling via Amazon · listing verified 24 Oct 2026
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Where is Douglas fir native?
Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is native to 12 states across the South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Douglas fir bloom?
Douglas fir blooms Apr-May. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Douglas fir need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Medium. Soil: Deep, well-drained. Mature height: 70-200 ft.
Is Douglas fir good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Seeds, cover, caterpillar host.
Where can I buy real Douglas fir seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as bare-root sapling that names the true species, last checked 24 Oct 2026. Look for the scientific name Pseudotsuga menziesii on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Douglas fir.
- Ponderosa pine Pinus ponderosa
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- Munro's globemallow Sphaeralcea munroana
- Arrowleaf balsamroot Balsamorhiza sagittata
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