Native Trees For The State of West Virginia

Go native? Find the best selection of biological species for the State of West Virginia right here at Nature Hills Nursery!

Choosing indigenous trees for your State means you will know your tree will happily grow for you with few issues! Growing best in that particular climate, weather, and anything else your State can throw at them! Plus you’ll feed pollinators, songbirds, and wildlife by providing them with a tree they recognize!

Best West Virginia Native Trees

The Mountain State, West Virginia is home to the world's richest temperate deciduous Blue Ridge forests plus stretches of the Appalachian Mountains where it's the coolest, to the warmer plateaus and Ohio River Valley.

What Tree Grows Best in West Virginia?

Native trees are better able to cope with the local environmental conditions of an area and typically require less attention than non-natives and hybrids! They establish faster and thrive!

Find your Hardiness Zone and then choose any tree that has a range that includes zones 5 to 7! Check with your local County Extension Office for more information if needed. While many of these trees are native to much of the Eastern US, these are some of the most signature trees you will find growing in West Virginia!

Best Evergreen Trees For West Virginia

Check out these other West Virginia Native Broadleaf and Coniferous Evergreen Trees that keep their leaves year-round! These are favorite haunts and food resources for the West Virginia state bird, the Northern Cardinal.

American Holly Bush/Tree
Balsam Fir
Eastern Hemlock
Eastern Red Cedar (Redcedar)
Eastern White Pine
Possomhaw Holly
Red Pine Tree
Red Spruce

Native Flowering Trees to Grow in West Virginia

Perfume your yard, and feed pollinators and hummingbirds nectar and pollen they evolved alongside in your State! Plus these serve as larval Host Plants for native butterflies.

American Hornbeam
American Hop Hornbeam
Blacklocust (Black Locust) Tree
Buckeye Trees - Red, Ohio & Yellow
Dogwood Trees - Pagoda, Silky, Swamp, Gray, Red, Pink & White
Eastern Redbud Trees
Magnolia - Bigleaf, Cucumber Tree & Southern
Pussy Willow
Tulip Tree (Tulip Poplar)
Witch Hazel/Witchhazel Tree

What Are Native Shade Trees in West Virginia?

The Sugar Maple is the West Virginia State Tree which has incredible fall color and can be tapped for a syrupy sweet treat! Plus, there are an incredible variety of other trees for your native landscape!

West Virginia has a moderate climate, with moderately cold winters and warm, humid summers. So cool your yard and home with a shade tree! Plus you’ll need strong trees for the snow load in the winter thanks to frequent storms carried over on the jetstream.

American Beech Tree
American Basswood (Linden)
American Chestnut Tree
American Elm Trees
American Sycamore
Bald Cypress Trees
Paper, Sweet & River Birch Trees
Black Willow Tree
Box Elder (Boxelder) Tree
Catalpa/Northern Catalpa Tree
Cottonwood/Eastern Cottonwood Tree
Hackberry/Sugarberry Tree
Kentucky Coffee Tree
Maple Trees - Black, Red, Silver & Sugar
Oak Trees - Black, Blackjack, Bur, Chestnut, Chinquapin, Pin, Red, Scarlet, Shingle, Shumard’s, & White/Swamp White
Quaking Aspen
Sassafras Tree
Sourwood Trees
Sweetgum Tree
Washington Hawthorn

Native Fruit & Nut Trees for West Virginia

We love edible landscaping trees that look great and feed you too! Plus these and many of the trees above are wildlife trees that many creatures depend on for food.

American/Wild Plum & Chickasaw Plum
Black Cherry Tree
Black Walnut Tree
Hazelnut/American Filbert
Hickory Trees - Bitternut, Butternut, Red, Shagbark, Shellbark & Pignut
Pawpaw Trees
American Persimmon Tree
Red Mulberry Tree
Serviceberry - Allegheny, Downy & Shadblow

Much Needed Natives!

Help keep your State's biodiversity intact by planting trees native to your area! Whether you are adding shade or flowers, privacy, or a lasting legacy to your landscape, there is a native option here to help you find the perfect tree for your West Virginia landscape!

Nature Hills is committed to helping you preserve your State’s unique beauty with plants and trees that are sure to do well in your garden without impacting your local ecology!

FAQS for Buying West Virginia Native Plants Online

What are the best native trees to plant in West Virginia for wildlife?

From the Pawpaw and Serviceberry to the Eastern Hemlock and American Persimmon, native trees are the heartbeat of West Virginia's ecosystems. These trees provide critical shelter, food, and nectar sources for birds, bees, butterflies, and even the Northern Cardinal, our proud state bird. Native trees like Red Mulberry and Black Walnut also keep local wildlife happy and your backyard buzzing with life.

Why should I plant native trees in my West Virginia landscape?

Native trees are homegrown heroes! They’re perfectly adapted to the Mountain State’s diverse geography, from the cool Blue Ridge slopes to the warmer plateaus. Trees like Sugar Maple, Eastern Redbud, and American Sycamore shrug off West Virginia’s snow, summer heat, and humidity with ease, saving you time, money, and water in the long run. Plus, they protect pollinators and preserve local biodiversity!

Which native trees provide evergreen privacy and year-round beauty in West Virginia?

If you're looking to keep your yard private and picturesque even when the snow falls, native evergreens like American Holly, Eastern Red Cedar, and Red Spruce are perfect picks. These leafy guardians stay green all year, offering windbreaks, bird habitat, and that cozy, woodsy charm that West Virginia winters call for.

Are there native flowering trees that bloom beautifully in West Virginia?

Yes, and they’re a blooming good time! Fragrant favorites like Tulip Tree, Witch Hazel, and Southern Magnolia grace your yard with stunning spring and summer blooms. Trees like Dogwood and Eastern Redbud not only put on a petal-packed show but also serve as host plants for native butterflies and hummingbird fuel stops.

Can I grow native fruit or nut trees in West Virginia?

Absolutely! West Virginia is ripe for growing native edibles like American Plum, Hazelnut, and Pawpaw. These tasty trees do double duty, providing fresh fruit for your table and a buffet for local birds and critters. Planting American Persimmon or Black Cherry turns your garden into a deliciously beautiful food forest.

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