Urban Tree Farms of Detroit

''Marcellus’s operation is a rare one: of the nurseries in the U.S., very few are urban, and even fewer are privately owned and operated. Despite this, Marcellus remains optimistic, hoping to watch future generations mix innovative technology like drones alongside more traditional skills  and knowledge to manage tree production. And he sees partnerships and  collaborations like DTEP as foundational in advancing the city’s urban forestry legacy. 'What motivates me [is] when we are partners that  collaborate together,' he says. 'We put differences aside, get on that  one common goal.' "