woody stemmed
/ˈwʊdi stɛmd/
adjective
- Having a stem that is hard and woody, rather than soft and green.
- Unlike soft-stemmed annuals, woody-stemmed perennials survive winter above ground.
- The gardener recommended woody-stemmed herbs such as rosemary and lavender.
- Woody-stemmed plants like roses need pruning to stay healthy.
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