Sequoia House Seattle - Year in Review

Sequoia House Seattle and the Sequoia House Seattle Heritage Tree Decorated for the Holidays.

As we wrap up 2025 and the holiday season, we have a lot to be thankful for here at Sequoia House Seattle, including the wonderful Giant Sequoia Heritage Tree from which Sequoia House Seattle derives its name.

2025 has seen all kinds of bird visitors in the Giant Sequoia, including a barred owl (much to the dismay of the local crows). The backyard has become a winter feeding station for birds, with everything from chickadees, juncos and blue jays to the occasional golden crown and white crown sparrow stopping by daily for food. And yes, the local squirrels do try to get in on the act, although we’ve added a squirrel proof bird feeder to the mix to ensure that the birds get their fair share!

Hooter the Barred Owl Hanging Out in the Sequoia House Seattle Heritage Tree. Just Outside Camera Range are Three Crows Expressing their Displeasure to Hooter.

2025 also marked the year when the Seattle City Council added protection language for the Sequoia House Seattle Heritage Tree in a draft resolution for the City’s Comprehensive Plan. We’re grateful to Council Member Rob Saka, who represents the district where the Sequoia House Seattle Heritage Tree lives, for making this happen.

As we enter 2026, the Sequoia House Seattle Heritage Tree has mostly finished its annual fall shedding of dead needles. We’ve raked up a lot of them to turn into compost to be used on the property, but have left some on the ground under the Sequoia as “leaf duff” to protect and nourish the tree.

We’re grateful to all of you who support and love the Tree, including the numerous daily visitors who come by to view the Tree. Thank you.

Wishing everyone the best in 2026!