#52B55E Hex Color
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The hex code #52b55e produces a bright, fairly saturated green with a fresh yellow undertone and grounded mid-light depth. Its lively character suits sustainability brands, gardening interfaces, pharmacy accents, and calls to action. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm cream. Black text provides about 8.1:1 contrast for accessible body copy.
Questions about #52b55e
What is #52b55e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52b55e is rgb(82, 181, 94), in HSL hsl(127, 40%, 52%) and in CMYK 55%, 0%, 48%, 29%.
Does #52b55e read as warm or cool?
#52b55e reads as a warm-leaning green because its bright green base carries a noticeable yellow undertone, giving it a fresh, energetic feel rather than the cooler, bluer impression of mint or emerald greens. It works well for lively, nature-focused interfaces.
What colors pair well with #52b55e?
#52b55e pairs well with charcoal, warm cream, and muted natural tones because they balance its bright saturation without competing with its yellow-green energy in layouts and brand palettes. Use charcoal for strong text or structure, and warm cream for softer backgrounds.
Is #52b55e readable on white or black?
#52b55e has a 2.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.12:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.