Green hex code
The hex code for green is #008000. In RGB that is rgb(0, 128, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 25%).
The hex code for green is #008000. In RGB that is rgb(0, 128, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 25%).
Green · #008000
Colour codes
- HEX
- #008000
- RGB
- rgb(0, 128, 0)
- HSL
- hsl(120, 100%, 25%)
- CMYK
- 100, 0, 100, 50
- CSS name
- green
- Contrast on white
- 5.14:1
- Contrast on black
- 4.09:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #339933
40% lighter · #66b366
60% lighter · #99cc99
80% lighter · #cce6cc
20% darker · #006600
40% darker · #004d00
60% darker · #003300
80% darker · #001a00
Complementary colour
Green · #008000
Opposite on the colour wheel · #800080
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for green?
The hex code for green is #008000. In RGB that is rgb(0, 128, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 25%).
Can I use green for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 5.14:1 on white and 4.09:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a white background.
What colour goes with green?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #800080. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of green instead.
Is green a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword green, so color: green and color: #008000 render exactly the same.