Peony colour characterisation, colour codes and shade mixing

Peony is a bright, vibrant shade that comes from the blend of red and pink. This colour is often named after the peony flower found in nature, which bursts into blossom in spring and summer in an almost brilliant display. Also known as a symbol of warmth and joie de vivre, peonies create a cheerful and energetic mood.

From a design point of view, peony can be an excellent choice for creating eye-catching, eye-catching elements. It is also often used in fashion, interior design and graphic design, as it combines well with other bright and pastel shades. The colour of peony has the ability to radiate dynamism and freshness, making it an ideal choice for projects where optimism and positive energy are the goal.

Peony colour RGB and HEX colour codes

The peony colour is a bright, pleasant shade of pink with RGB colour code (255, 192, 203) and HEX colour code #FFC0CB.

Colour scheme	Code/Weights
Hex	#FFB7C5
RGB	rgb(255, 183, 197)
HSL	hsl(348, 100%, 86%)
HSV/HSB	hsv(348, 28%, 100%)
CMYK	cmyk(0, 28, 23, 0)
Contrasting colour	#00B7A5
Complementary colour	#7CCA85

Dark and light shades of peony

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Dark shades

Light shades

Complementary colour palettes of Peony

Peony is one of the most beautiful and versatile colours found in nature. The colour palettes below show the different shades of peony and their complementary and analogue colours.

Complementary palette

Analogue palette

Monochrome palette

Triad palette

Tetrade palette

Split complementary palette

Neutral palette

What is the colour of peony?

The colour of peonies can range from light and dark pink to deep burgundy, but there are also white and yellow varieties.

What determines the colour of peonies?

The variety of colour of peonies (Paeonia) depends on several factors:

1. **Variety and hybridisation**: Different peony varieties and hybrids can produce different colours, from white and pink to red and yellow.

2. **Genetics**: The genetic make-up of a plant determines the type and amount of pigments it produces in its petals.

3. **Soil and nutrients**: Soil type and available nutrients can also have some effect on flower colour.

4. **Sunlight and temperature**: The temperature of the growing environment and exposure to sunlight can also affect colour; for example, cooler temperatures often result in more intense colours.

5. **Olding**: The colour of the flower can change over its lifetime, often first becoming brighter and then fading.

How is it possible to mix the colours of peonies?

The peony colour in painting is created by mixing pink and red colours. Usually a light shade of pink is added to a strong, bright red colour until the desired intensity and saturation is achieved. The exact proportions may depend on the type of materials and the brand of paint, but it is easy to find the ideal mix by experimenting.