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Forest Green#228B22
forest green color with #228B22 hex code

Meaning of the color Forest Green

Forest green is a deep, natural green inspired by dense woodlands and thriving vegetation. Its richness and depth evoke the vitality of nature, making it a versatile color for designs seeking to convey stability, growth, and connection to the environment. Pairing forest green with earthy tones like terracotta or beige enhances its grounded appeal, while combining it with crisp whites or gold creates a refined and sophisticated look.


Psychological characteristics of Forest Green color

The forest green color carries psychological associations that make it an impactful choice for design:

  • Growth and renewal: This color symbolizes growth, making it perfect for themes centered on sustainability and life.
  • Stability and grounding: Its depth provides a sense of stability and groundedness, bringing balance to designs.
  • Connection to nature: Forest green strongly resonates with the natural world, creating organic and calming vibes.
  • Luxury and sophistication: Its darker tone adds a hint of timeless elegance, elevating designs with a touch of sophistication.

Symbolic meanings of color Forest Green

Growth and vitality
Stability and balance
Connection to nature
Sophistication and luxury

Technical information about Forest Green/#228B22

The forest green color is represented by the hex code #228B22. In the RGB model, it consists of 13.3% red, 54.5% green, and 13.3% blue, giving it a rich, vibrant hue. In the CMYK color space, it is composed of 75.5% cyan, 0% magenta, 75.5% yellow, and 45.5% black. This forest green hex code ensures accuracy in digital and print designs, allowing for seamless integration into your projects. Designers often use the forest green color code to achieve natural, balanced aesthetics.

Forest Green color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #228B22 has RGB values of R: 34 , G: 139, B: 34 and CMYK values of C: 76, M: 0, Y: 76, K:45.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#228B22#228B22
RGB DECIMAL34, 139, 34rgb(34, 139, 34)
RGB PERCENTAGE13%, 55%, 13%13, 55, 13
CMYK76, 0, 76, 45
HSL120.0°, 60.7, 33.9hsl(120.0°, 60.7%, 33.9%)
HSV (OR HSB)120.0°, 75.5, 54.5
WEB SAFE#228B22#228B22
CIE-LAB50.594, -49.586, 45.016
XYZ10.181, 18.921, 4.629
XYY0.302, 0.561, 18.921
CIE-LCH50.594, 66.972, 137.766
CIE-LUV50.594, -43.125, 55.749
HUNTER-LAB43.498, -34.342, 24.139
BINAR00100010 10001011 00100010

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