Betula nigra (River Birch) Size:#3 Pot Liatris scariosa var

Liatris scariosa var

It can grow to heights of 6' and can be aggressive on small landscapes

This plant is an extremely popular ephemeral because of its distinct white flowers that look like pants (breeches) hanging on a clothesline to dry :)  thus the name Dutchman's Breeches

Photo (fulll tree)By: USDA

Betula nigra (River Birch) Size:#3 Pot Liatris scariosa varThis native shrub is common in western and southern Illinois, but uncommon through most of the rest of the state. It prefers moist conditions but will tolerate normal soils just fine. Betula nigra (River Birch) is a very common landscaping tree of northern Illinois because of it's interesting bark, unique shape, and wide tolerance of soil conditions. Sun Exposure Full Sun Part Sun Soil Conditions Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic Height 30' 40' Flower Color Green