Tributes have been pouring in from across the horticultural industry since the sudden passing of Sun Gardening's Peter Seabrook last Friday.
The news was featured across the media and The Sun paid tribute over several days, including on the front page.
Here are a few of the things people had to say:
The Garden Centre Association
We were very sad to hear the news of Peter Seabrook's passing last Friday. He was a huge supporter of #gardencentres and an integral member of our industry. He was in at the very beginning when our organisation was formed and has supported us throughout. Hell be sorely missed.
Ian King (Sky News)
A wonderful obituary in @thetimes this morning of my former colleague, the incomparable Peter Seabrook, whose passion for horticulture was immense and infectious. He was a true gentleman and will be much missed.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
It is with great sadness that we hear of the passing of Peter Seabrook. Peter was a regular visitor to Hyde Hall and poured his heart and soul into the Floral Fantasia garden. He was an amazing person and his passion for gardening was infectious. Were going to miss him.
Grow Your Own Fruit and Veg Magazine
We are deeply saddened to hear that legendary horticulturalist Peter Seabrook MBE has passed away. Were incredibly grateful for the wealth of gardening knowledge that Peter has shared with the world over the years, inspiring and educating so many.
Landscape Show
Remebered as one of the greatest champions of horticulture, muched loved gardening writer and broadcaster Peter Seabrook has sadly passed away. Peter spent decades sharing his love for gardening with the nation. He will be missed.
The Great British Garden Festival
Remebered as one of the greatest champions of horticulture, muched loved gardening writer and broadcaster Peter Seabrook has sadly passed away. Peter spent decades sharing his love for gardening with the nation. He will be missed.
Writtle University College
We were very sad to hear of the passing of gardening writer, broadcaster and former Writtle student, Peter Seabrook, who retained close links with the University College throughout his long career
The Rose Society UK
We are saddened to hear of Peter Seabrook's passing, a valued friend of the Society. Last summer we enjoyed his company at The Rochfords International Rose Trials & Gardeners World Live, where he enabled us to present the Dean Hole Medal to our President Colin Squire. RIP Peter
HTA
All at the HTA are saddened to learn of the death of gardening legend, Peter Seabrook. Our President, Boyd Douglas Davis, says the industry has lost a true legend
Irish Gardeners
We pay tribute to a great gardener Peter Seabrook, who died on Friday, aged 86. He is a former BBC Gardeners' World presenter who also authored numerous gardening books. He inspired so many people to garden and grow.
English Country Gardeners (EGC) Recruitment
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of horticultural legend Peter Seabrook, we would like to pay our respects to a much loved and respected champion of horticulture.
