Dark green is a colour that evokes the strong, deep tones of nature, often the colours of forests, deciduous trees and dense vegetation. This colour suggests richness, stability and harmony, reminding us of nature's eternal cycles and resources. The dark green hue evokes a feeling of warmth and security, helping to promote mental relaxation and rest.
In design and interior design, dark green is often used to add depth and elegance to a space. It is associated with luxury and sophistication, while evoking the closeness of nature. The colour dark green combines well with other earth tones and neutral shades, making it versatile in a variety of styles and environments.
Dark green colour
The RGB code for the dark green colour is rgb(0, 100, 0). The HEX code is #006400.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#013220 |
| RGB |
rgb(1, 50, 32) |
| HSL |
hsl(155, 96%, 10%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(155, 98%, 20%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(98%, 0%, 36%, 80%) |
| Contrasting colour |
#220601 (dark red) |
| Complementary colour |
#320101 (dark maroon) |
Dark and light shades of dark green
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of dark green
The dark green colour, when used in different palettes, provides a varied and harmonious look that blends well with different designs. Below we present different colour palettes built around dark green.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
What is the colour of dark green?
The dark green colour is Green a deeper and richer shade that often evokes a wooded, natural atmosphere. This colour has a darker tone than traditional green and is closer to black while retaining the character of green. Often used for natural themes, decor and design to convey a sense of calm and stability.
What is the colour of dark green?
The colour of dark green depends on the absorption and reflection of light. The tone of the colour results from the mixing of blue and yellow in different proportions. In addition, the type of light source, the quality of the pigments and the characteristics of the substrate also affect the shade of dark green.
How is dark green colour mixing possible?
To mix a dark green colour, first create a green colour by mixing yellow and blue paints. To achieve the desired dark shade, black dye is added to the mixture until the right dark green colour is obtained. By varying the quantities and proportions, the dark green shade can be refined.
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