Even though we have finally received some precipitation recently, we are still bordering between extreme and severe drought in our area.
The Colorado Front Range has a semi-arid climate. This results in water scarcity, erosion, salinity issues and soils with low organic matter. (bit.ly/43BrwKi) Broomfield, in particular, averages only fifteen inches of precipitation annually. (bit.ly/49xLGIO)
Moving here from a state filled with hair-frizzing high humidity and ample rain was eye-opening to say the least. I had to quickly learn how to garden in a dry climate. I also had to learn how to not turn into a prune. The lack of humidity, as well as the normal aging process, can be very drying to some individuals. For me, this looks like dry skin, eyes, nose and throat…