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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#28A522 — Forest Green
#28A522 is a mid-tone saturated green sitting at 117° 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 #28A522
- f3fcf2
- cdf4cb
- a8eca4
- 83e47d
- 5ddc57
- 38d530
- 2bb124
- 228a1c
- 186314
- 0f3c0c
- 051504
Color schemes using #28A522
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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#28A522 FAQ
What color is #28A522?
#28A522 is a shade of forest green in the green family. It has a hue of 117 degrees, 66% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #28A522?
#28A522 is rgb(40, 165, 34) in RGB, hsl(117, 66%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(76%, 0%, 79%, 35%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #28A522?
White text on this background reaches 3.23:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.5:1.
What colors go well with #28A522?
Its direct complement is #9F22A5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5D22A5 and #A5226A gives you contrast without the vibration.