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Tomato Tops Disappearing: Deer, Rabbit, or Groundhog?

Clue: Whole Leaves Gone

Insects leave holes; vertebrates clip entire leaves. In Charlotte, NC: deer, rabbits, groundhogs.

Quick Protection

Chicken wire cylinder around each plant.
Tomato cages with netting draped over.
Havahart live-trap (check NC laws) for groundhogs/rabbits.

Deer Need More

8-ft fence or electric fence. Repellents wash off.

Next Step

Identify the culprit (tracks, scat, trail cam) for targeted control.

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