#005C25 Hex Color

A grounded and serious dark forest green

Hex color #005c25 graphic
This dark forest green is a grounded, serious tone with low saturation. It functions best as a primary branding element or a steady UI background. Because it offers high contrast against white text, it remains readable even at small sizes. The hex code #005c25 pairs well with pale gold or warm creams to soften its density.

Questions about #005c25

What is #005c25 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #005c25 is rgb(0, 92, 37), in HSL hsl(144, 100%, 18%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 60%, 64%.
What colors pair best with #005c25 for a balanced palette?
#005c25 works effectively when paired with cream or pale gold to soften its inherent density. These warm, lighter neutrals provide the necessary contrast to elevate the darkness of the green without overwhelming the visual hierarchy of your design.
Is #005c25 suitable for text-heavy interface designs?
#005c25 is an excellent choice for interface elements because it maintains high contrast against white backgrounds, ensuring readability even at small text sizes. Its low saturation keeps the color from vibrating, which creates a stable, professional look for long-form content areas.
Is #005c25 readable on white or black?
#005c25 has a 8.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.55:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.