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From construction sand to lava stone: Amsterdam seeks the best soil for strong urban trees

From construction sand to lava stone: Amsterdam seeks the best soil for strong urban trees

A study of 180 elm trees in the Amsterdam harbor has revealed that soil composition significantly impacts urban tree growth. After eight years, researchers found that the choice of planting medium, such as sand or volcanic rock, led to substantial differences in trunk thickness.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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