Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
How does swale design change on flat, sandy land in an arid climate? Geoff explains how wind direction, soil type and tree-line placement can shape the design of a water-harvesting system.
This video is taken from Geoff Lawton’s Online Permaculture Design Course, which includes weekly Q&A sessions where Geoff answers student questions.
Learn more about Geoff’s courses at: discoverpermaculture.com
Key takeaways:
- Swale placement on flat land should consider wind as well as contour.
- Tree lines can help buffer damaging winds and create sheltered areas.
- Cross-linked tree lines can create protected fields when contour and wind direction don’t align.
- Flat-land swales tend to be wider and shallower.
- Sandy, arid conditions influence the size, shape and placement of the system.
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About Geoff:
Geoff is a world-renowned permaculture consultant, designer, and teacher that has established demonstration sites that function as education centers in all the world's major climates. Geoff has dedicated his life to spreading permaculture design across the globe and inspiring people to take care of the earth, each other, and to return the surplus.
About Permaculture:
Permaculture integrates land, resources, people, and the environment through mutually beneficial synergies – imitating the no waste, closed-loop systems seen in diverse natural systems. Permaculture applies holistic solutions that are applicable in rural and urban contexts and at any scale. It is a multidisciplinary toolbox including agriculture, water harvesting and hydrology, energy, natural building, forestry, waste management, animal systems, aquaculture, appropriate technology, economics, and community development.
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How does swale design change on flat, sandy land in an arid climate? Geoff explains how wind direction, soil type and tree-line placement can shape the design of a water-harvesting system.
This video is taken from Geoff Lawton’s Online Permaculture Design Course, which includes weekly Q&A sessions where Geoff answers student questions.
Learn more about Geoff’s courses at: discoverpermaculture.com
Key takeaways:
- Swale placement on flat land should consider wind as well as contour.
- Tree lines can help buffer damaging winds and create sheltered areas.
- Cross-linked tree lines can create protected fields when contour and wind direction don’t align.
- Flat-land swales tend to be wider and shallower.
- Sandy, arid conditions influence the size, shape and placement of the system.
To support us in making more videos:
► Watch the Permaculture Masterclass: discoverpermaculture.com
► Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/geofflawtononline
► Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/geofflawtononline
► Subscribe to our Youtube channel: youtube.com/channel/UCL_r1ELEvAuN0peKUxI0Umw/?sub_confirmation=1
► And most importantly, enjoy your permaculture journey!
About Geoff:
Geoff is a world-renowned permaculture consultant, designer, and teacher that has established demonstration sites that function as education centers in all the world's major climates. Geoff has dedicated his life to spreading permaculture design across the globe and inspiring people to take care of the earth, each other, and to return the surplus.
About Permaculture:
Permaculture integrates land, resources, people, and the environment through mutually beneficial synergies – imitating the no waste, closed-loop systems seen in diverse natural systems. Permaculture applies holistic solutions that are applicable in rural and urban contexts and at any scale. It is a multidisciplinary toolbox including agriculture, water harvesting and hydrology, energy, natural building, forestry, waste management, animal systems, aquaculture, appropriate technology, economics, and community development.
#permaculture #swales #waterharvesting #permaculturedesign #drylandpermaculture #windbreak
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