Denver Landscape Supplies

July 14, 2015

Swales

A swale is a shallow drainage channel with gentle side slopes in the ground where water running off a site can collect and soak away.

Berms

A berm is an easy way to add interest and height to the landscape, especially in dull, flat lawn areas.

Click below for much more info on swales and berms:

Why you should have a swale in your yard:

Swales mitigate storm water runoff.

Swales are way easier than catching rain in a tank or barrel.

Swales are more efficient than tanks or barrels.

Swales build self-sustaining ecosystems.