#228A0B Hex Color
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Rich and highly saturated, #228a0b is a strong yellow-leaning green with enough depth to feel grounded. It brings energy to calls to action, eco branding, pharmacy interfaces, and garden products, but works best as an accent rather than a full background. Black text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast here. The hex code is #228a0b.
Questions about #228a0b
What is #228a0b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #228a0b is rgb(34, 138, 11), in HSL hsl(109, 85%, 29%) and in CMYK 75%, 0%, 92%, 46%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #228a0b?
#228a0b pairs well with white, cream, charcoal, and muted natural tones; warm neutrals soften its saturation, while burgundy or purple accents create stronger contrast without competing with its yellow-green character.
Does #228a0b look warm or cool?
#228a0b reads as a warm green because its strong yellow bias pushes it away from blue-green hues; that warmth gives the saturated shade an energetic, earthy character suited to garden, wellness, and eco-focused accents.
Is #228a0b readable on white or black?
#228a0b has a 4.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.70:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.