#78A872 Hex Color
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The hex code #78a872 is an unsaturated, medium-light green with a soft yellow-gray undertone. Its steady character suggests safety and harmony, making it useful for sustainability, pharmacy, gardening, and finance branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or charcoal. Black text reaches about 7.6:1 contrast, supporting accessible body copy.
Questions about #78a872
What is #78a872 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78a872 is rgb(120, 168, 114), in HSL hsl(113, 24%, 55%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 32%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #78a872?
#78a872 pairs well with cream, charcoal, and muted terracotta, bringing definition to its soft yellow-gray undertone without making the palette feel harsh. These combinations suit natural packaging, editorial layouts, and restrained interface accents.
Is #78a872 readable on white or black?
#78a872 has a 2.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.64:1 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.