Runyon's Water Willow
Justicia runyonii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Runyon's Water Willow is a compact, evergreen perennial that forms neat clumps with narrow leaves and produces tubular flowers from summer through fall. This low-maintenance native thrives in partial sun with minimal watering once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Runyon's Water Willow is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for butterflies throughout the growing season. Its extended flowering makes it valuable for supporting pollinators from summer into late fall.
Common questions
- How much sun does Runyon's Water Willow need?
- Runyon's Water Willow grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Runyon's Water Willow bloom?
- Runyon's Water Willow blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Runyon's Water Willow native?
- Runyon's Water Willow (Justicia runyonii) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Runyon's Water Willow attract?
- Runyon's Water Willow draws butterflies.
- Is Runyon's Water Willow HOA-friendly?
- Runyon's Water Willow is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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