#6D9D15 Hex Color

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Bright and strongly saturated, #6d9d15 is a lively lime green with yellow-olive undertones. Its medium lightness brings energy and growth without the glare of neon, making it effective for calls to action, sports graphics, and nature-focused branding. Use the hex code as a small accent against charcoal or deep navy; black text also reaches about 6.5:1 contrast for readable labels.

Questions about #6d9d15

What is #6d9d15 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d9d15 is rgb(109, 157, 21), in HSL hsl(81, 76%, 35%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 87%, 38%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6d9d15 in a palette?
#6d9d15 pairs well with charcoal, deep navy, and warm neutrals because its yellow-olive cast feels grounded against darker, restrained tones, making it a practical accent for buttons, sports graphics, and nature-focused layouts rather than a dominant background.
Does #6d9d15 read as a warm or cool green?
#6d9d15 reads as a warm green because its strong yellow and olive undertones pull it away from blue-based greens, while its lively saturation communicates growth and energy without the glare of neon lime.
Is #6d9d15 readable on white or black?
#6d9d15 has a 3.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.48:1 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.