Creating Forests

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Create 3D tree/plant clusters (I use 5-7 trees for a performance vs. aesthetic balance) where the items are variable heights, and turn the cluster into a symbol.

 

Then, select the symbol using the Distributed Region tool. Set spacing with a good overlap, and Random Angles.

 

The results look like this...

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