moisture

California depends on just a few strong atmospheric river storms to provide moisture; as little as five to seven can end up being responsible for more than half of the year’s water supply, he said.

For example, in the rare case that contractors do too good a job insulating and sealing your home, you might need an air-exchange system to avoid moisture buildup.

"Even small farmers today are using digital tools. They don't have to depend only on local advice, they can check the soil quality, moisture, and even disease symptoms right from their field."

Even extremely dry regions contain small amounts of humidity, and certain materials can soak up that moisture and release it as usable drinking water.

Their advice about poinsettia care is pretty simple: Keep temperatures and moisture consistent.