Lime Green hex code
The hex code for lime green is #32CD32. In RGB that is rgb(50, 205, 50) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 61%, 50%).
The hex code for lime green is #32CD32. In RGB that is rgb(50, 205, 50) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 61%, 50%).
Lime Green · #32CD32
Colour codes
- HEX
- #32CD32
- RGB
- rgb(50, 205, 50)
- HSL
- hsl(120, 61%, 50%)
- CMYK
- 76, 0, 76, 20
- CSS name
- limegreen
- Contrast on white
- 2.12:1
- Contrast on black
- 9.91:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #5bd75b
40% lighter · #84e184
60% lighter · #adebad
80% lighter · #d6f5d6
20% darker · #28a428
40% darker · #1e7b1e
60% darker · #145214
80% darker · #0a290a
Complementary colour
Lime Green · #32CD32
Opposite on the colour wheel · #cd32cd
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for lime green?
The hex code for lime green is #32CD32. In RGB that is rgb(50, 205, 50) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 61%, 50%).
Can I use lime green for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 2.12:1 on white and 9.91:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with lime green?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #CD32CD. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of lime green instead.
Is lime green a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword limegreen, so color: limegreen and color: #32CD32 render exactly the same.