Shrubby perennial native to Mexico. Evergreen. Heat & drought tolerant. Excellent in pots, hanging baskets & borders. Grow as an annual in harsh climates. Blooms: spring-fall. Attracts hummingbirds. Bloom color: long tubular dark purple flowers are the face of the bat with red lobes, which are the ears. Height: 1-2'. Spread: 1-2'. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA 9-10.