"David Hill" wrote in message
...
Alan Gould said "..........To cut to the chase, IMHO, plans are living
and
as such have senses in which they employ for their survival. They can
physically 'feel' but can't mentally 'feel' ........"


Who's to say that plants don't have a sense, or senses that we know
nothing
about.

--
David Hill
Abacus nurseries
www.abacus-nurseries.co.uk


There are certainly times when I reckon they have a highly developed sense
of humour :~)

--
Charlie, gardening in Cornwall.
http://www.roselandhouse.co.uk
Holders of National Plant Collection of Clematis viticella (cvs)