Squirrels aren’t our problem we have rabbits. They ate the still tiny and green berries off a newly planted black raspberry bush as well as some lower branches ( with all the thorns that couldn’t have been a pleasant experience.) We were smart enough to put up a fence to keep them away from our pumpkins, carrots, beans and sunflowers. We got things in the ground late here in South Dakota. It’s been hot and humid with a lot of sun so things are growing well. We are just praying for a late frost!
Blessings All!
You might want to buy some row covers to extend the season. I sometimes do that here.