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Laura Paine O'Brien
Coverage of Laura Paine O'Brien in the Nexus archive.
- Monsoon storms could help, but won't erase, ongoing rainfall debts for gardeners
Monsoon storms in southern Colorado are providing some relief to gardeners after a dry summer but are insufficient to eliminate a significant rainfall deficit. Experts attribute plant struggles to non-native species and emphasize the need for winter snowfall to replenish soil moisture, as monsoon rains often evaporate before penetrating dry soil.