#6D7645
- RGB
- 109, 118, 69
- Brightness
- 110.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 71°, 26%, 37%
- HSV V %
- 46%
- Lab
- 47.8, -11.8, 25.8
- CMYK (%)
- 8%, 0%, 42%, 54%
- PNG size
- 5.9 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, soft cool hue
Recommended text: White (4.85:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #6D7645
Common Name: Garden Spot
Color Details:
- RGB: 109, 118, 69
- HSL: ~72°, 24%, 37%
Contrast Ratios:
- Contrast vs White: 9.5 (Pass AA)
- Contrast vs Black: 4.1 (Fail AA for normal text)
Mood & Usage:
This muted olive green evokes a grounded, natural calmness, often associated with serene outdoor environments and mature foliage. Its earthy tone suggests reliability and balance, making it popular in both interior design and branding that seeks a subtle, refined connection to nature.
Notable Named Matches (ΔE relevance noted):
- Sherwin-Williams Garden Spot (#6D7645) — exact match, ΔE=0.00
- PPG Paint Oakmoss (#6D7244) — ΔE=2.62
- Dunn-Edwards Tara's Drapes (#767A49) — ΔE=2.98
- British Standard Light Bronze Green (#6A7031) — ΔE=8.23
- RAL Fern Green (#67764C) — ΔE=4.78
Why Designers Use It.
This color’s muted olive-green nature places it at the intersection of organic and utilitarian palettes. It’s favored in industries where a natural, earthy connection is desirable — from eco-conscious branding to interior textiles and furniture that aim to blend indoor comfort with outdoor inspiration. The subdued tone avoids overstimulation, supporting environments intended for focus, calm, or understated sophistication. Garden Spot’s versatility lends itself well to camouflage-like applications in military and outdoor gear design, but also in urban spaces seeking a hint of greenery without bright saturation.
Its use extends to automotive and industrial coatings where durability and subtlety are key, frequently seen in matte finishes on vehicles and equipment that need to mask dirt or blend into natural surroundings. The tone also reflects cultural ties to traditional olive and laurel symbolism, often associated with peace, wisdom, and longevity — making it a popular choice in design themes inspired by heritage or Mediterranean aesthetics.
In digital design, this green is comfortable on screens without harsh glare, lending itself to nature-themed apps and environmentally focused interfaces. Its strong contrast with white enhances readability, while the moderate contrast with black encourages creative pairing with lighter neutrals or warm woods. Overall, #6D7645 is a quiet champion of balance and natural connection in the designer’s toolkit.