#258242 Hex Color
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This mid-tone green feels muted and grounded, making it an excellent choice for organic branding. It provides a 4.8:1 contrast ratio against white text, so #258242 works well as a base for small body type. It pairs best with warm neutrals or deep earth tones rather than bright neons. The hex code for this stable, reliable color is #258242.
Questions about #258242
What is #258242 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #258242 is rgb(37, 130, 66), in HSL hsl(139, 56%, 33%) and in CMYK 72%, 0%, 49%, 49%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What color palettes complement #258242?
This green pairs best with warm neutrals like cream or deep earth tones such as terracotta rather than bright neons. These combinations emphasize its grounded nature and keep the overall design aesthetic cohesive and balanced.
Is #258242 readable on white or black?
#258242 has a 4.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.35:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.