Urban trees can help control stormwater by absorbing and releasing water through their leaves. Researchers studied how redirecting stormwater to trees in a suburban street affected water balance. They found that while the trees didn't absorb more water, they still used a lot (up to 96 liters per day). This could help reduce stormwater runoff by increasing evapotranspiration. Integrating trees with stormwater control measures in cities could be a smart way to manage water and increase green spaces.