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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E8440 — Fern
#2E8440 is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 133° 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 #2E8440
- f4fbf5
- d1efd7
- aee3ba
- 8cd69c
- 69ca7e
- 46be60
- 379e4e
- 2b7b3d
- 1f582b
- 13361a
- 071309
Color schemes using #2E8440
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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#2E8440 FAQ
What color is #2E8440?
#2E8440 is a shade of fern in the green family. It has a hue of 133 degrees, 48% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E8440?
#2E8440 is rgb(46, 132, 64) in RGB, hsl(133, 48%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(65%, 0%, 52%, 48%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E8440?
White text on this background reaches 4.68:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.49:1.
What colors go well with #2E8440?
Its direct complement is #842E72. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #6C2E84 and #842E47 gives you contrast without the vibration.