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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6CA12B — Citron
#6CA12B is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 87° 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 #6CA12B
- f8fcf3
- e2f2ce
- cce8a9
- b5de84
- 9fd45f
- 89cb3a
- 71a82d
- 588323
- 3f5e19
- 26390f
- 0d1405
Color schemes using #6CA12B
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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#6CA12B FAQ
What color is #6CA12B?
#6CA12B is a shade of citron in the green family. It has a hue of 87 degrees, 58% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6CA12B?
#6CA12B is rgb(108, 161, 43) in RGB, hsl(87, 58%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(33%, 0%, 73%, 37%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6CA12B?
White text on this background reaches 3.1:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.77:1.
What colors go well with #6CA12B?
Its direct complement is #602BA1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2B31A1 and #9B2BA1 gives you contrast without the vibration.