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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#256A27 — Hunter Green
#256A27 is a dark moderately saturated green sitting at 122° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #256A27
- f4fbf4
- d1efd2
- aee3b0
- 8cd68e
- 69ca6c
- 46be4a
- 379e3b
- 2b7b2e
- 1f5821
- 133614
- 071307
Color schemes using #256A27
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#256A27 FAQ
What color is #256A27?
#256A27 is a shade of hunter green in the green family. It has a hue of 122 degrees, 48% saturation and 28% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #256A27?
#256A27 is rgb(37, 106, 39) in RGB, hsl(122, 48%, 28%) in HSL, and cmyk(65%, 0%, 63%, 58%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #256A27?
White text on this background reaches 6.63:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.17:1.
What colors go well with #256A27?
Its direct complement is #6A2567. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4A256A and #6A2545 gives you contrast without the vibration.