#006400
Green family

Dark Green

Also known as: earthy · rich · serene · deep · natural
Hex #006400
RGB rgb(0, 100, 0)
HSL hsl(120°, 100%, 20%)
CMYK 100 · 0 · 100 · 61
CSS darkgreen
NCS S 5040-G

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Dark Green.

In Western cultures, Dark Green symbolizes growth, renewal, and fertility, often linked to nature and tranquility. Conversely, in some Eastern traditions, it may be seen as a color of prosperity and good fortune, representing balance and harmony.

The term 'green' stems from the Old English 'grene', related to the Proto-Germanic 'grōni', which means ‘to grow’. Dark Green pigments were utilized in ancient Egyptian art as early as 3000 BC, made from malachite and later copper-based dyes, showcasing its long-standing significance.

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Similar colors

The closest colors to Dark Green by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Dark Green by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #003400
-30% #004000
-20% #004C00
-10% #005800
BASE #006400
+15% #1F771F
+30% #3D893D
+50% #5C9C5C
+70% #7AAE7A

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Dark Green on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Dark Green.

#006400
#8B4513
#F5F5F5
#228B22
#A9A9A9

Forest Retreat

Calm Escape
#006400
#FFD700
#FFFFFF
#2E8B57
#556B2F

Emerald Depths

Lush Vibrance
#006400
#4B0082
#2C2C2C
#D3D3D3
#8FBC8F

Mystic Grove

Enchanted Forest
Laurel Green
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