Medium sized deciduous 'v' shaped tree with upright spreading branches which form a broad round canopy. Japanese Elms have a multiple trunk covered in grey/white to brown bark. This is smooth and exfoliates in irregular areas to reveal orange underbark. Flowers are greenish/yellow in Spring and are inconspicuous. Its pretty dark green, serrated leaves display wonderful Autumn colours including shades of orange, yellow and reds. Zelkova Serrata's provide good shade. Plant in parks and streets.