A spring flowering, ericaceous shrub. Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost Rate of growth: slow-growing Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy In early spring, clusters of pretty, dark pink flower buds open up to pale pink to white, nodding bell-like flowers resembling lily-of-the-valley. An acid lover, ‘Bonfire’ can be grown in a large pot filled with ericaceous compost if your soil is not suitable.