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China planted 66 billion trees in a huge wall. Something weird is going on with them

China's Great Green Wall has planted 66 billion trees since 1978, and a 2026 study found they grow 66% faster than natural ...

66 billion trees have been planted in China's Great Green Wall — and they appear to be growing faster than...

A study of China's planted and natural forests reveals age, species mix, and CO2 sensitivity all contribute to how fast trees ...

China spent decades planting 66 billion trees; scientists found they now outgrow natural forests by 66%

Contrary to popular belief, China's massive planted forests are growing faster than natural woodlands, showing accelerated ...