Background: Wayward and the RHS have partnered for nearly a decade through our House of Wayward Plants initiative, repurposing thousands of plants, trees and materials from the Chelsea Flower Show and Hampton Court. So far, we’ve rehomed 100,000 plants to 1,000+ community groups and schools, diverting 400 tonnes of waste from landfills.

This summer, we’re launching the House of Wayward Plants Reuse Centre at Cultivate Colindale, a 4,000m2 meanwhile space bringing together sustainability, culture, community and nature in one of London’s most deprived areas.

In 2026, Wayward celebrates its 20th anniversary, alongside a decade of the RHS Reuse Scheme. We’re planning a major campaign, exhibition and a showcase at Chelsea.

What we need: We’re seeking a filmmaker for the May 2025 Chelsea Flower Show reuse initiative, documenting volunteers, the show itself, and the plants’ journey to our Reuse Centre, then out to schools and community groups across London.

Footage will be used as short-form social media stories and as exhibition content for our 2026 exhibitions.

We’re also open to a larger documentary, exploring plant journeys and community connections in more depth, with potential joint funding. If this resonates, or if you know collaborators who might be interested, please let us know!

Mini Project: 9-12 hours

Environment | Creating | Face to face