Color Palettes

Apple green color

A cheerful yellow-green, like the skin of a green apple. It feels juicy and youthful. It shows up in beverage brands, modern kitchens and school supplies.

Also known as: green apple.

Apple green · #8DB600

About apple green

Apple green (#8DB600) is a balanced, mid-tone, highly saturated color. It belongs to the greens family. It mixes 141 red, 182 green and 0 blue (out of 255). It is mostly used in kids, food, web.

Apple green shades and tints

From lightest to darkest. Tap a shade to copy its code.

Apple green color harmonies

Combinations based on the color wheel. More in the color harmony tool.

ComplementaryClose to: Dark blue
AnalogousClose to: Caramel, Green
TriadicClose to: Cerulean, Purple
Split complementaryClose to: Klein blue, Deep purple
TetradicClose to: Jade green, Dark blue, Ruby

Apple green color palettes

Copy the codes or open a palette in the editor to tweak it.

Monochromatic palette · Apple green
Analogous palette · Apple green
Complementary palette · Apple green
Triadic palette · Apple green
With neutrals palette · Apple green
With an accent palette · Apple green

Apple green contrast with text

White textContrast 2.4:1 · Not recommended
Black textContrast 8.8:1 · AAA

Based on WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Test other pairs in the contrast checker.

CSS code

:root {
  --apple-green: #8DB600;
  --apple-green-rgb: 141, 182, 0;
}
.bg { background-color: var(--apple-green); }
.text { color: var(--apple-green); }

Colors similar to apple green

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Themed palettes with this color

Kids color palettes

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Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for apple green?

The hex code for apple green is #8DB600. In RGB it is rgb(141, 182, 0), in HSL hsl(74, 100%, 36%) and in CMYK 23, 0, 100, 29.

What is the complementary color of apple green?

Its complement on the color wheel is #2900B6, close to dark blue. Used in small doses, it works as an accent and adds strong contrast.

Can you use white text on apple green?

Use black text instead: the contrast with white is only 2.4:1, while with black it is 8.8:1.