Need MysteryTree Identification, etc.

16 years ago

I live in Europe for the summer and have always wanted to plant a certain tree that does not grow(for some reason) in new Orleans. I only know the name of this tree in Czech, which is no help, I know. It's very common in Europe, however, especially along the side of roads in Italy, Greece, France and even in Slovakia(a definitely northern country. The tree is tall, very narrow and stands like a sentinel, which is why they line roads.

Can anyone tell me their name and how I can find out if they can grow in southern Louisiana,given the rich soil there.

Thanks for your help and any other web sites you can refer me to, especially where I can see photos of the tree I want

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carol23_gw
16 years ago
I'll guess it's Mediterranean Cypress, Cupressus sempervirens 'Stricta'.

Would you mind posting the name in Czech? Using a common name of Mediterranean cypress, I found this :
StÃ¸edo- cypÃ¸iÂ

It may be possible to verify the name through the net via a translation site.

Here is a link that might be useful: Cupressus sempervirens 'Stricta'
knottyceltic
16 years ago
You want to transplant a non-native tree from another continent onto property in New Orleans? Is that correct? If so, why do you ask this question on the Native Plants forum? I thought this forum involves keeping spaces native and not introducing alien species... maybe I misunderstand the posting or maybe I misunderstand the intent of this forum... I dunno???

Barb
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ncgardner
16 years ago
Knottyceltic - What a nasty posting. Give her a break. This is her first posting (according to her "MY PAGE" and you certainly didn't introduce the GardenWeb Forum in a very positive manner.

Praglen - Welcome!!! I see from your "MY PAGE" that you just joined the forum. It can be a lot of fun and full of information. Don't let this remark stop you from participating in the forum. Good luck!
janet_e
16 years ago
Another guess is Lombardy poplar (Populus nigra 'Italica'). I know they are commonly planted in Hungary.
knottyceltic
16 years ago
NCgardener, mind your own business. It was a perfectly letitimate question in a "native gardening" forum.

Barb/knottyceltic
rsmallen
16 years ago
I think it's the mediterranean cypress as well. You might get a similar effect if you plant a tall narrow juniper that will grow in your area. The blue one is probably not appropriate for the rest of your landscape...but I expect there are some green ones that would work well for you...
I noticed in the Wayside Gardens online catalogue they have some shrubs similar to what you are looking for. (I have ridden on the train from Rome's airport to get out to the ruins and also love those tall skinny trees!)
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Nancy Barginear
16 years ago
I think you are referring to Italian Cypress. We just planted two of them here in zone 8b, and are hoping they will thrive. So far, they are doing well in a raised bed on the south side of our house. They are very popular in California, but I am not sure they will make it down here this far south. Good luck.
bdude4
16 years ago
You want to transplant a non-native tree from another continent onto property in New Orleans?

Wow- nasty words on this thread. I can see exactly how this fits in though, i;m sure that there is a relative of the cypress in queston that is native to louisiana. I also agree with ncgardener- there's no need to be nasty to first-time posters.
ahughes798
16 years ago
Someone please explain to me how Knottyceltic was being nasty? S/he asked some questions and explained the focus of this forum..which is native plants. Says so right up top.
carol23_gw
16 years ago
Praglen had just joined Gardenweb the day the post went up. A view of the forum topics shows Native Plants ( no mention of North America). With this in mind, do you believe it is so far fetched for a person to post about a plant native to Europe? Only by reading the fine print below the forum topic on this page would one notice " North America ".
This was a mistake in the original set up of this forum on Gardenweb. I recall mentioning it to Spike.

Name That Plant!
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Furthermore, I find it offensive when anyone scolds, belittles, or replies in an unkind manner.

You can choose to be kind or unkind. There is a way to state opinions and facts in a non-demeaning manner. One would hope the members here want to be helpful and keep an atmosphere that is pleasant.

There was never a reply by the original poster as he/she likely felt belittled. That was her one and only post.
What a welcome to Gardenweb!
I find it shameful.

Don't you recall the phrase
" if you don't have something nice to say, don't say it"

It could have been stated in this manner :

Although you are searching for a plant native to Europe, this forum is supposed to be for N. American native plants. However, we may be able to help you and if not, please refer to ________forums. Welcome to Gardenweb!
anita55
16 years ago
Maybe I'll be sorry to be adding to this thread, but i also think that it's the wrong place to be asking about planting a Non Native tree. It doesn't matter where the tree is native or when the person joined the forum - she is still asking about planting a non native plant in a country other than its place of origin. I didn't think that reply was nasty at all, it was right on target. Suggesting another type of similar tree that IS native was even better. This is just my HO.
maifleur01
16 years ago
As many trees and other garden plants that North America has sent to other areas who is to say that what she was asking about is non native of North America until she asked. Botanical Gardens and collectors have spread many plants way beyond their original location.

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