Ron, if squirrels are thirsty, they'll bite into tomatoes. Make sure there's a birdbath with water in the vicinity. That should help, at least. Margaret L <snips> >What is NOT a good thing, however, is the increase in squirrel births. >They are simply overrunning the place; and this year, they have >discovered, for the first time, how to hop from the block wall >surrounding our yard, to the compost bin, and onto the lawn. I have dire >fears that they will wreak carnage on our tomatoes this summer, which >they have never done in the past. Any suggestions? > >Happy gardening and enjoy spring! > >Ron >Van Nuys, CA > > >