On Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:40:16 -0700 (PDT)
Judith in France wrote:

I want to plant a clematis on a cold north facing wall, last year's
didn't survive the Winter, any suggestions on something hardy but very
beautiful with large white flowers if possible?

Judith

Clematis need to be planted deep, they often rot off at the top until
established. If you have not already dug it up it might still recover
- provided it was planted deep - it's only April.

R.