Is Forest Green (#228B22) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #228B22 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.39:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.07:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Forest Green?

The exact complementary color for #228B22 is #8C228C. For analogous pairings, use #578C22 and #228C57. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Forest Green

Forest Green (#228B22)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Forest Green (#228B22)?

Forest Green has the HEX code #228B22. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 34, 139, 34. In HSL, it is 120°, 61%, 34%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:76% M:0% Y:76% K:45%.

Luminance: 19% · Nearest standard name: Forest Green

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FOREST GREEN

#228B22

rgb(34, 139, 34) · hsl(120°, 61%, 34%)

HEX#228B22

RGB34, 139, 34

HSL120°, 61%, 34%

HSV / HSB120°, 76%, 55%

CMYK (Print)76%, 0%, 76%, 45%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#228B22#8C228C

Analogous

#578C22#228B22#228C57

Triadic

#228B22#22228C#8C2222

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.39:1

Sample text rendered with #228B22 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.07:1

Sample text rendered with #228B22 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Forest Green (#228B22)

Forest Green (#228B22) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 19% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#228B22

RGB Space34, 139, 34

HSL Values120°, 61%, 34%

HSV / HSB120°, 76%, 55%

CMYK Ink76%, 0%, 76%, 45%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Forest Green

Geometric intervals calculated from #228B22 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#8C228C

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Forest Green with its polar opposite (#8C228C) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#578C22 · #228C57

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Forest Green for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#57228C · #8C2257

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Forest Green, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#22228C · #8C2222

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#22578C · #8C228C · #8C5722

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Forest Green

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 61% and lightness of 34%, Forest Green (#228B22) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Forest Green with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Forest Green

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-228b22: #228B22;
  --color-228b22-rgb: 34, 139, 34;
  --color-228b22-hsl: 120deg 61% 34%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '228b22': '#228B22',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Green (#228B22)

Authoritative answers covering Forest Green color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Forest Green (#228B22)?

Forest Green is defined by the HEX code #228B22. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:34, G:139, B:34. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:120°, Saturation:61%, Lightness:34%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 120°, 76%, 55%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:76%, M:0%, Y:76%, K:45%.

Does Forest Green (#228B22) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Forest Green achieves a contrast ratio of 4.39:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.07:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Forest Green (#228B22)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #228B22 is #8C228C. When placed side-by-side, #228B22 and #8C228C create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Forest Green in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Forest Green into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Forest Green in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #228B22; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Forest Green using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Forest Green (#228B22) belong to?

Forest Green belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.