Grow Tomatoes On Your House’s Walls

By Timothy M. Clapsaddle
Published on February 1, 1993
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My tomato foliage heights of more than 10 feet, covering the entire west side of my home.
My tomato foliage heights of more than 10 feet, covering the entire west side of my home.
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One of the joys of summer is picking a ripe tomato from the vine, and eating it right there in the yard.
One of the joys of summer is picking a ripe tomato from the vine, and eating it right there in the yard.

I am an organic farmer who subscribes to the utilitarian in
building design-especially when it comes to gardening. The
simple, inexpensive project below not only provides food
and income, but also the comfort and energy savings from
the vast shading it offers. Believe me, living in a small
home with little insulation on a somewhat spartan income

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