How To Tell If New Maple Leaves Have Hardened Off

Horticulture
#1

Hi. Is there a way to tell when a maple’s new leaves have finally hardened off?

Thanks,
Bob

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#2

Hi @Bob_McCarlie,
Touch them.
They are hard when the cuticle has formed on the upper surface.

#3

They will also darken up and have a slightly waxy feel to them.

#4

So simple. Doh! Thanks guys!

Bob