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Tiny forests planted in Sydney to restore urban tree canopy

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According to ABC News, Sydney is planting densely-packed mini-forests in small, underutilized council spaces to restore urban tree canopy. Using enriched soil and strategic dense planting, these pocket forests maximize greenery in compact areas. The initiative turns otherwise empty council properties into living ecosystems, improving air quality and creating community green space without requiring dedicated park land.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-04/tiny-forests-sprin...

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