semihardy

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A plant that survives light cold but not hard frost

adjective
/ˌsɛmiˈhɑrdi/

: semirresistente

Gardeners often choose semihardy flowers for areas that experience only light frosts.

Examples

Because it is semihardy, this vegetable needs protection during very cold nights.
This semihardy plant can be grown outdoors in regions with mild winters.
These plants are considered semihardy and can survive mild winters.
The semihardy varieties are perfect for gardeners in temperate zones.
The garden features several semihardy plants that bloom beautifully in mild winters.
Her collection includes semihardy perennials that thrive in cooler climates.
To ensure survival through winter, we prefer to plant semihardy varieties that tolerate frost.

Synonyms

half-hardy

vssemihardy

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Plants that can live outdoors but need protection from strong frosts

tolerates moderate cold but not severe frost, often without extra protection

Antonyms

delicate

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Easily broken and needing gentle care

tender

Specialized

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Plants that cannot survive cold weather

How Hardy

hardy

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semihardy

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tender

Specialized

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Surface Forms

semihardy positive

semihardier comparative

semihardiest superlative

Morphology

semihardy = hardy (transparent) = semi + hard + y

The meaning is built directly from 'semi-' meaning partly and 'hardy' meaning able to withstand difficult conditions.

Etymology

The word semihardy combines semi- meaning 'partly' and hardy meaning 'tough' or able to survive cold. So a semihardy plant is 'partly hardy' and can stand moderate cold but needs protection from severe frost.