windbreak

[ wind-breyk ]

/ ˈwɪndˌbreɪk /

a growth of trees, a structure of boards, or the like, serving as a shelter from the wind.

Origin of windbreak

First recorded in 1765–75; wind¹ + break

I believe a windbreak of box-elder or evergreens is beneficial but not essential.

The Apple |Various
Where there was windbreak protection the Compass cherry tree looks healthy and has given a fair crop.

Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916 |Various
It could, however, be recommended as an integral part of a windbreak, or woodlot where the land owner has an apiary.

Trees of Indiana |Charles Clemon Deam
In localities where the trees have the protection of a windbreak there was a small crop of plums.

Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916 |Various

While I would not object to a windbreak on the south side, I do not think it necessary.

The Apple |Various

windbreak

/ (ˈwɪndˌbreɪk) /

a fence, line of trees, etc, serving as a protection from the wind by breaking its force