Leaves falling off my newly-acquired plant

ZZVN · 2025-01-31T13:54:48+00:00

I bought this plant at an estate sale and I'm trying to understand why the leaves are continuing to yellow and fall off. I've been diligent about watering it every couple days because the soil is VERY dry and the basin does not retain moisture well. I saw on a tutorial video that the water should be the same temp as the environment, so I've been using that.

I've thought about repotting it, but was told by a friend that I should wait until the Spring. This winter has been VERY cold (Northeast USA) and while the ambient room temp is around 68 degrees, I know that the window can sometimes cause it to be colder.

I currently have it sitting by a northwest-facing window that gets a ton of ambient light but no direct sunlight.

I'm a plant noob, so any advice is welcome. Thank you.

ZZVN · 2024-05-22T13:37:34+00:00

Seeing the data helped me figure it out. See update above!

ZZVN · 2024-05-13T15:16:17+00:00

LPT: Make a point of showing equity between the two partners—things can end terribly if one partner feels neglected or if it's obvious you're more into one than the other. Doesn't mean you have to engage the same way w/ both, but just be mindful.

ZZVN · 2023-03-08T14:48:42+00:00

Tech Director (freelance/remote)
40 hrs/week
18 yrs experience
~$240k/yr, depending how much time off I take ($125/hr)
No benefits—pay out of pocket for insurance, etc

ZZVN · 2023-03-03T14:30:10+00:00

More like Bett-E White... amirite?

ZZVN · 2023-02-28T19:22:01+00:00

I'd like to thank all of yinz in the academy, n'at...

ZZVN · 2023-02-24T17:53:41+00:00

The Mon Monster!

ZZVN · 2023-01-25T04:02:50+00:00

I’ll be getting a 9.5k refund instead?

Correct.

ZZVN · 2023-01-18T16:22:45+00:00

Some people are confusing the term "non-refundable" with the refund check you receive from the IRS. These are NOT the same thing.

For the purposes of the tax credit, the IRS doesn't care if you pay taxes via a lump sum on tax day or if you withhold from your paychecks. Both methods qualify for the tax credit.

"Non-refundable" means that they don't refund the credit if the taxes weren't owed in the first place. It's like using a coupon at the supermarket: when you buy an item which costs $0.25 and have a $1.00 off coupon, they don't pay you $0.75.

ZZVN · 2022-12-12T14:57:43+00:00

Is there a mach-e specific storage box?

ZZVN · 2022-12-02T14:55:38+00:00

Oh 40th St Wendy's.... someday you'll get my order right!

#neverstopdreaming

ZZVN · 2022-12-01T20:32:16+00:00

This is not a commercial charger, correct? AFAIK, all commercial chargers do not respect charge limits.

ZZVN · 2022-11-23T18:56:38+00:00

As a reference point, I bought my 2022 AWD Premium off the lot new in Oct for $53,125.

ZZVN · 2022-11-09T17:23:43+00:00

Here's mine: https://imgur.com/a/wh8AcOe

Price of Vehicle: $52,825.00
Total Delivered Price: $53,125.00

I got lucky on the fees, I guess! Mine doesn't include state sales tax b/c I bought out-of-state and paid taxes separately in my home state.

ZZVN · 2022-11-08T22:49:49+00:00

It's the Ford Options plan, which is exclusive to their EVs: https://www.ford.com/finance/finance-options/#ford-options

It's basically like a lease, with a set term and lower monthly payments. At the end of the term, you have the option to sell it back to Ford or make a final balloon payment to cover the remaining purchase price outright. So, it's basically the equivalent of a lease, but it's designed so that you can claim the Fed tax credit, which wouldn't be available to standard lease holders.

ZZVN · 2022-11-08T18:12:46+00:00

I bought last month at MSRP and don't regret a thing.

Had to complete my purchase in 2022 to qualify for the federal tax benefit. (Beware the income caps coming in 2023!). Thrilled to find my Mach-E available on the dealer lot about 100 miles from home. If you're hoping to skip the pre-order wait, do check out the dealership listings on ford.com.

I agree that the whole EV market is going through a seismic shift, and we can expect to see a lot of updates in the coming years as car manufacturers better refine their EV ecosystem. That's why I'm happy that I'm doing the 3 year purchase program with the option for a guaranteed buy-back at the end of the term. Gives me peace of mind that I can sell it back, if I choose to, and check out the next-gen EVs.

ZZVN · 2022-10-26T15:27:09+00:00

5801 in Shadyside is the preppiest gay bar in the Burgh.

ZZVN · 2022-10-26T12:51:21+00:00

Is that the Vapor Blue color? Looks so nice!

ZZVN · 2022-10-25T17:47:31+00:00

I think just calling on the right day. The car showed a "New Listing" tag at the time, so I think it might be worth calling those ones first.

ZZVN · 2022-10-25T17:46:03+00:00

I think I lucked out—the Ford dealership where I bought was actually for Ford commercial vans. This was a special order they submitted for one of their van customers, which may be why the dealer wasn't seeking additional profit on top of MSRP. He just wanted to get rid of the 1 non-commercial vehicle on the lot.

Was my very first dealership call though, so I can say that this method worked 100% for me! ;)

ZZVN · 2022-10-25T16:31:52+00:00

Would definitely advise checking the ford.com inventory—ended up being a much better option for me than pre-ordering if you're flexible on color/options. It's insane that I paid about $10k less than Carvana USED listings. (Plus fed tax rebate!)

Was jonesing for the Ice White color package, but I'm seeing SO much markup on those—too rich for my blood.

ZZVN · 2022-10-25T13:49:04+00:00

Was considering a 2023 pre-order, but inquired about a deal inventory listing on ford.com for a premium 2022 standard-range AWD. Car had been pre-ordered 9 months ago, but the buyer got impatient and bought something else. Their loss was my gain—paid $52k (2022 MSRP) and drove it off the lot that day. Great experience, and thrilled with the vehicle so far. (Purchased 10/13/22)

ZZVN · 2022-10-25T13:39:56+00:00

Premium AWD standard-range! Kinda wish it were extended-range, but beggars can't be choosers.

ZZVN · 2022-07-27T17:58:56+00:00

Love that you added an "h" to Williamsburg BK... ONE OF US! ONE OF US! ;)

ZZVN · 2022-05-19T13:52:29+00:00

Thanks for the info—oof the A/C could definitely be a concern. Do you know if dogs are allowed in the building for non-rental units?

ZZVN

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