Evergreen plants

Date February 19, 2026
Conservation Actions Plant Native Species
Green leaves with clusters of small, round red berries.
Kinnickinnick

Evergreen plants stay green through the winter, providing vital shelter and food for wildlife – and excellent landscape value for your garden!

evergreen trees
  • Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) – Iconic conifer; prefers well-drained soils
  • Western Redcedar (Thuja plicata) – Moist habitats; valuable for wildlife shelter
  • Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) – Tolerates shade; soft foliage
  • Grand Fir (Abies grandis) – Sweet scent; adaptable to various zones
  • Shore Pine (Pinus contorta var. contorta) – Great for sandy or coastal sites
  • Pacific Yew (Taxus brevifolia) – Understory tree; slow-growing
evergreen shrubs
  • Salal (Gaultheria shallon) – Dense, shade-tolerant; edible berries
  • Evergreen Huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum) – Coastal to woodland plant; berries attract wildlife
  • Tall Oregon Grape (Mahonia aquifolium) – State flower; yellow flowers, blue berries
  • Creeping Oregon Grape (Mahonia repens) – Lower-growing; good for dry or rocky areas
  • Pacific Rhododendron (Rhododendron macrophyllum) – Large, showy flowers; prefers acidic soil
  • Red Huckleberry (Vaccinium parvifolium) – Partially evergreen in mild winters; supports birds and bee
evergreen groundcovers
  • Kinnikinnick (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) – Excellent for dry slopes and erosion control
  • Bearberry Manzanita (Arctostaphylos columbiana) – Woody groundcover with year-round interest
  • Coastal Strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis) – Spreads by runners; supports pollinators and wildlife
  • Twinflower (Linnaea borealis) – Semi-evergreen; delicate groundcover for forest understory
evergreen grasses, sedges, and vines
  • Roemer’s Fescue (Festuca roemeri) – Drought-tolerant bunchgrass
  • California Fescue (Festuca californica) – Shade-tolerant with soft, flowing texture
  • Native Sedges (Carex spp.) – Many species are evergreen in mild climates
  • Hairy Honeysuckle (Lonicera hispidula) – Semi-evergreen in milder regions; hummingbird-friendly
  • Western Trumpet Honeysuckle (Lonicera ciliosa) – May retain leaves in coastal or mild winters; bright orange flowers attract hummingbirds