"Frost damage" refers to the harm caused to plants, crops, or objects due to freezing temperatures. The cold weather causes ice crystals to form, which can harm or kill plants and can damage surfaces and objects. Full definition
Two brothers have invented a bag that protects trees from frost damage — and saves farmers millions. (business-opportunities.biz)
A number of factors, including insect outbreaks and late frost damage, are known to affect sugar maple. (sciencedaily.com)
However, in the end it may be beneficial for the trees by reducing the risk of late spring frost damage, since extreme climatic events are projected to increase in future. (sciencedaily.com)