#5B8704 Hex Color
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Fairly saturated and medium-dark, the hex code #5b8704 is a yellow-leaning lime green with earthy undertones. It suggests growth and dependable energy, fitting nature brands, sports graphics, gaming interfaces, and drink packaging. Use it as a strong accent beside charcoal or warm cream instead of a full background. Black text reaches about 4.9:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #5b8704
What is #5b8704 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5b8704 is rgb(91, 135, 4), in HSL hsl(80, 94%, 27%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 97%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #5b8704?
Does #5b8704 read as a warm or cool green?
#5b8704 reads as a warm green because its hue leans noticeably toward yellow rather than blue. Its medium-dark value and earthy saturation keep the warmth grounded, making it feel dependable instead of bright or tropical.
Where does #5b8704 work best in a design?
#5b8704 works best as a strong accent in nature-focused branding, sports graphics, gaming interfaces, and drink packaging, where its yellow-green energy adds emphasis without overwhelming a layout when used across large surfaces.
Is #5b8704 readable on white or black?
#5b8704 has a 4.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.91:1 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.