#2B6628 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This dark, muted green carries a serious, grounded weight. Because of its low saturation and shady character, #2b6628 works best as a moody background or a grounding neutral for eco-conscious branding. Pair it with soft creams rather than stark whites to keep the contrast legible without looking harsh. The hex code for this dim green is #2b6628, which supports accessible white text for standard body content.
Questions about #2b6628
What is #2b6628 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b6628 is rgb(43, 102, 40), in HSL hsl(117, 44%, 28%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 61%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #2b6628 in a design palette?
#2b6628 anchors best when paired with soft, warm neutrals like cream or beige rather than harsh, bright whites. For accent colors, deep ochre or muted terracotta provide a natural, earthy contrast that enhances the grounded feel of this forest green.
Is #2b6628 readable on white or black?
#2b6628 has a 6.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.03:1 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.