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#4D5B2E

Brightness
82.9
HSL (°,%,%)
79°, 33%, 27%
HSV V %
36%
Lab
36.5, -13.7, 24.1
PNG size
5.8 KB
Tone / Feel
dark, soft cool hue
Black text 2.85:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 7.36:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (7.36:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #4D5B2E

Common Name: Orchard Green

RGB: 77, 91, 46

HSL: 87°, 30%, 26%

Contrast vs White: 5.3 (AA Pass)

Contrast vs Black: 11.6 (AA Pass)

Mood: This rich and grounded shade of green exudes a sense of earthy stability and calm, invoking the tranquility of nature. It’s often associated with growth, renewal, and natural beauty. The color sits comfortably in spaces aiming to create a balanced, serene atmosphere with a touch of organic warmth.

Close Named Matches:

  • BS 4800-5252 - Orchard (#4D5B2E)
  • Jotun Paint - Oliver Green (#48694A)
  • Benjamin Moore - Palmer Green (#605E3A)
  • Pantone FHI - Garden Green (#495E35)
  • RAL Classic - Leaf Green (#466642)

Why Designers Use It:

This color is widely appreciated in interior design, especially in spaces aiming for a natural, harmonious look. It is ideal for both modern and traditional styles, often found in eco-friendly and nature-focused designs. It's especially favored in organic products and outdoor living spaces, as it ties closely to elements found in nature, from moss to fresh plant life.

Industry-wise, it’s frequently used in the automotive sector (think military vehicles and camouflage patterns), as well as in textiles where a robust, earthy green is desired. The color also finds a place in branding for eco-conscious companies, food products, and agricultural industries, emphasizing sustainability and natural origins.

It’s trendy in both modern minimalist designs and more rustic, earthy spaces, often making appearances in furniture, wall paints, and logos that want to invoke themes of stability, balance, and health. Some of its connections to nature, like leafy greens or moss, give it a timeless, grounded appeal across various markets.

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