Editor Letter
“I am very sad to have to report the recent passing of our much-respected columnist Peter Seabrook, from a heart attack, aged 86. Peter’s column graced the pages of AG for over 35 years and in that time he helped generations of amatuers to become better, more informed growers. Peter devoted his life to the promotion of gardening as a health-giving, environmentally beneficial hobby. He was a ceaseless campaigner who had the courage and integrity to stand up for what he believed in, regardless of popularist opinions. Chelsea will never be the same without his displays in the Great Pavilion, and RHS Hyde Hall will be the poorer for his passing — both should create a memorial. I have lost a friend and mentor who cannot be replaced. Goodbye, dear…