Advice re positioning/care of tree peony

Hi!

I'm looking for advice re a tree peony which I had at the front of my property (facing East) in a really large pot. It didn’t do well at all so after another failed summer I lifted it out and shoved in the compost bin. I was going through the bin today to put the contents in my new raised bed and the peony was alive and kicking and full of new growth! I’m a bit baffled. So I’ve lifted it out to have another go. What should I be doing?!

 

hi sheryll have not grown peony but saw a feel sites that may help

• Moving and Dividing Peonies | Claire Austin
  https://claireaustin-hardyplants.co.uk/blog/moving-and-dividin…
  This is simple. Dig a hole wide enough and deep enough to accommodate the roots of the peony. Place the plant in the hole - following the rule below - and cover with soil. The important rule. Herbaceous peonies - the ones that die right back in autumn - should be planted with the eyes no more than 3cm (1 inch) below the soil surface.

• Tree peonies / RHS Gardening
  Tree peonies / RHS Gardening
  A sunny or lightly shaded position in fertile soil that drains easily is ideal. Feeding and mulching well just as the plants come into growth in spring is beneficial

• How to grow tree peonies / RHS Gardening[/paste:font]
  How to grow tree peonies / RHS Gardening
  Tree peonies are best planted in autumn, but winter or early spring planting is also suitable. Avoid planting in late spring and in summer as plants will not establish well in hot, dry conditions. Where to plant. Plant in a sunny or lightly-shaded position.

• Caring For Tree Peonies - How to Get the Best From …
  https://www.kelways.co.uk/page/tree-peony-care/10
  Tree peonies are extremely hardy and thrive best in part sun, part shade, or even full shade. They prefer an open situation as air movement around the plant helps keep it healthy. However, avoid a completely exposed position where flower petals could blow away quickly. Tree peonies prefer a fertile yet reasonably well drained soil,
  

 

Thanks @Janet mahay I’ll try the advice above. Failing that, it can go live in the compost bin!

 

I've only got one type of tree peony, a yellow one , it self seeds and seems to grow and flower in all aspects .

I'm guessing yours didn't like the container, I tend to think they prefer a good root run.