Forestgreen Color — #228B22
Complete color reference for #228B22: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#228B22rgb(34, 139, 34)hsl(120, 61%, 34%)hsv(120, 76%, 55%)C:76% M:0% Y:76% K:45%forestgreen22638420.1892WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Split Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #228B22?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(34, 139, 34). The red channel is 34, green is 139, and blue is 34 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #228B22?
The HSL value is hsl(120, 61%, 34%). Hue is 120°, saturation is 61%, and lightness is 34%.
Does #228B22 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #228B22 achieves a 4.39:1 contrast ratio (AA Large). On a black background it achieves 4.78:1 (AA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #228B22?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #228B22 is #8C228C.