https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/5a981a27-ca2a-4cc0-a793-ba274fbf3195 In this Q&A video, Geoff explains why dew can disappear under trees first, and what that reveals about how trees capture, direct and conserve precious moisture in dry seasons. This lesson is taken from Geoff’s 2021 Online Permaculture Design Course, which includes weekly Q&A sessions where he answers student questions and helps bring permaculture design principles to life. Learn more about Geoff’s courses at: https://www.discoverpermaculture.com Key Takeaways: 00:00:04 - 00:00:27: Gemma frames the observation: open grass was wet with dew, while the ground under nearby trees stayed completely dry., 00:00:27 - 00:01:23: Geoff explains the tree canopy captures condensation first; as the tree hydrates, leaves can funnel moisture inward, often toward the taproot, before drip appears below., 00:01:23 - 00:01:41: The tree still benefits the wider system by shading soil, buffering wind, adding organic matter and lowering evaporation before allowing more through-fall., To support us in creating more videos: ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geofflawtononline/ ► Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geofflawtononline/ ► Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.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 who has established demonstration sites in many of the world’s major climates. He’s dedicated his life to sharing permaculture design and inspiring people to care for the earth, care for each other and return the surplus. About Permaculture: Permaculture weaves land, resources, people and the environment into a single, supportive system. It mirrors how nature works—no waste, no shortcuts, just smart relationships. The tools are wide-ranging: water harvesting, soil building, energy systems, forestry, natural building, aquaculture, appropriate technology, community development and more. Whether you’re on acreage or in an apartment, these principles scale beautifully. #permaculture #waterharvesting #trees #forest #soil #soilmoisture #foodforest #permaculturedesign Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:13:26 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/5a981a27-ca2a-4cc0-a793-ba274fbf3195 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.