Pacific Yew is a type of tree native to the Pacific Northwest, best characterized by soft, bright green foliage and exceptionally red fruits that closely resemble berries. This tree is often pruned into a shrub or ornamental bush.

This tree can be identified through a few easy tests. Does the bark of this tree look in-tact? If not, you could be looking at a Paperbark Maple! One of the most distinct portions of this tree is its bark, similar to that of a birch tree.

The best identifier of the Ponderosa Pine is its unique bark texture, categorized by orange spots and organic tessellations down the trunk. These large organic shapes create the appearance of scales, which sets the Ponderosa apart from other similar pine trees.

The Rauli Beech is tall, leafy, and hearty. It can withstand environmental change, such as a sudden drop in temperature. This species is nature to South America, but Beech trees of a wide variety can be found all across North America.

This tree is a staple of the Seattle landscape, but extends its growing region from California to Alaska. Its bark is similar to that of a true birch tree, as it is a member of the Betulaceae, or Birch family.

Shore Pines grow - you guessed it - on the shore! While tolerant of other growing conditions, these pines do best in sandy coastal regions or rocky substrate in mountain regions. Shore Pines often sport low hanging branches with clusters of deep green needles that grow in seemingly random directions.

The Sierra Redwood, otherwise known as the Giant Sequoia or Giant Redwood, are the largest trees on Earth. These towering giants sport long, red trunks with a high canopy of foliage above. In California, a piece of federal land is reserved for these trees, called Sequoia National Park.

The Sitka Spruce is a beloved native to the Pacific Northwest. It is a staple of the ecosystem in many different ways - from providing shelter to native species, to allowing for moss and lichen growth on its trunk, this tree operates in harmony with the world around it.