Live and learn. I found a way that works to keep the crows from eating my plants when I set them outside for sun and air. These are kabob skewers purchased at the grocery store. $2.50 for a whole package of them. My bad: Planned to grow outdoors in pots. But... I over watered while using too large of pots for such small plants. Only one died, then crows ate 3 of the survivors. So, out of 7 plants I still have 3 that might produce enough to roll a joint after harvest. Wish me luck!