Norwich Green
A dusty, muted lime with ashy undertones
Norwich Green is a desaturated, dusty lime with an ashy undertone that leans toward neutral. Because it is highly muted, it functions best as a soft background or a supporting secondary color rather than a bold focal point. Pair it with charcoal gray or deep earth tones to ground the otherwise airy palette. The hex code for this color is #acb597, which provides sufficient contrast for black text.
About Norwich Green
Sage leaves dried in a shaded garden shed
What does norwich green mean?
Norwich Green commonly suggests herbs, dried foliage, and garden settings, often reading as natural without any strong green intensity. Its heavy gray content and muted brightness give it a soft, settled, almost faded quality rather than a lively one.
Where you see norwich green
- dried sage leaves
- eucalyptus stems
- olive oil drizzled on bread
- weathered garden tools
- matcha shortbread
- linen kitchen towels
What it works for
It works well as a large background color in interiors and branding that wants an earthy, understated tone.
What colors go with norwich green?
Terracotta #e2725bThe warm clay orange brings heat to a green that carries almost none.Chocolate #d2691eDeep brown grounds its lightness and echoes the earthy undertone.Mauve #e0b0ffA dusty pink-purple shares its low saturation for a gentle, faded pair.Cream #fffdd0Near-white brightens the grayed green while keeping the mood soft.Charcoal #36454fThe dark neutral sharpens a color that has little edge on its own.Mustard #ffdb58Golden yellow pulls out the warm, herbal side of its undertone.
Questions about Norwich Green
What is the hex code for Norwich Green?
Norwich Green is #acb597. In RGB that is rgb(172, 181, 151), in HSL hsl(78, 17%, 65%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 17%, 29%.
How do I effectively use Norwich Green #acb597 in a layout?
Because #acb597 is highly muted, it works best as a supporting background rather than a main focal point. Balance this soft lime by pairing it with charcoal or deep, dark earth tones to provide the necessary contrast and visual structure your design needs.
Does #acb597 read as warm or cool?
This color sits in a neutral, ashy space between warm and cool, making it highly versatile for various branding projects. Its lack of high saturation prevents it from clashing with most palettes, allowing it to act as a bridge between more vibrant colors.
Is Norwich Green readable on white or black?
Norwich Green has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.81:1 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.