Clematis QUEEN’S NURSE (‘Evigsy159’)
The Clematis QUEEN'S NURSE™ is a compact, free‑flowering clematis with a remarkable ability to produce two distinct bloom styles on a single plant. Pale, striped flowers appear on fresh growth, while deeper pink blooms develop on more mature stems, creating a changing display through the season.
Named to honour the close relationship between the National Garden Scheme (NGS) and The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing (QICN), this vibrant clematis marks the origins of the NGS in Guernsey. Founded by Raymond Evison CBE and the Guernsey Queen’s Nurses, the scheme began as a way to raise funds for the Queen’s nursing service. Today, Clematis Queen’s Nurse helps raise awareness of both charities.
This colour changing clematis was developed through a carefully managed programme of selective crosses, followed by a rigorous trialling process.
The result ensured the plant was not only visually distinctive, but also reliable, resilient and genuinely garden-worthy.
Why grow it in your garden?
This clematis stands out for more than one reason:
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Two flower styles grow on one plant with striped flowers on young growth and solid-coloured blooms on mature stems
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Its compact habit allows the plant to create a big impact without excessive or unruly growth
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Long flowering period – blooms from spring to early summer, with a repeat display in autumn
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The easy-to-grow nature of the clematis makes it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels
Care and growing advice
This clematis is designed to be straightforward and rewarding to grow.
Where to plant?
- Suitable for garden borders or containers
- Thrives in most garden settings
- Ideal for small gardens, patios and balconies
How to care for it:
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Feed during the main
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Simple pruning:
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Cut back to around 15cm in late winter
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Remove old growth
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The plant will quickly refurnish its support structure
Compact, generous in flower and full of character, this clematis offers high reward with minimal effort, making it a great choice for any garden space.
Breeder: Raymond J Evison Ltd. Exhibitor: Raymond Evison Clematis. Supplier: Raymond J Evison Ltd.
