Deep Chartreuse is a medium-dark, vivid shade in the green color family, with a cool feel. Its HEX code is #79AD00, which equals rgb(121, 173, 0) in RGB and hsl(78, 100%, 34%) in HSL. In print terms it converts to roughly C30 M0 Y100 K32, although exact CMYK results depend on the paper and color profile.
- HEX
#79AD00 - RGB
121, 173, 0 - HSL
78°, 100%, 34% - CMYK
30, 0, 100, 32 - Family
Green - Tone
Medium-dark, vivid
About Deep Chartreuse
Green shades suggest growth, health and calm. From fresh limes to deep forest tones, they are widely used for nature, wellness, finance and “success” states in interfaces. Designers often reach for it as an accent, a button color or a background tint. Text in black is the most readable choice on this color, with a contrast ratio of 7.79:1. Its complementary color is #3400AD.
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Deep Chartreuse color codes
| HEX | #79AD00 |
|---|---|
| RGB | rgb(121, 173, 0) |
| HSL | hsl(78, 100%, 34%) |
| HSV | 78°, 100%, 68% |
| CMYK | 30%, 0%, 100%, 32% |
| Decimal | 7974144 |
Shades and tints of Deep Chartreuse
Lighter tints are mixed with white and darker shades are mixed with black.
- 50
#E9F1D5 - 100
#D2E4AA - 200
#BCD680 - 300
#A6C855 - 400
#8FBB2B - 500
#79AD00 - 600
#659000 - 700
#517300 - 800
#3D5700 - 900
#283A00 - 950
#141D00
Color harmonies for Deep Chartreuse
- Complementary
#3400AD≈ Deep Indigo - Analogous −30°
#AD8B00≈ Dark Goldenrod - Analogous +30°
#23AD00≈ Deep Leaf - Triadic +120°
#0079AD≈ Cerulean - Triadic +240°
#AD0079≈ Deep Rose - Split 150°
#0023AD≈ Deep Sapphire - Split 210°
#8B00AD≈ Deep Orchid
Contrast and accessibility of Deep Chartreuse
| Text color | Sample | Contrast ratio | WCAG |
|---|---|---|---|
| White text on Deep Chartreuse | Aa | 2.70:1 | Fails |
| Black text on Deep Chartreuse | Aa | 7.79:1 | AAA (excellent) |
CSS code for Deep Chartreuse
background-color: #79AD00;color: #79AD00;background-color: rgb(121, 173, 0);background-color: hsl(78, 100%, 34%);:root { --color-deep-chartreuse: #79AD00; }class="bg-[#79AD00]"Colors similar to Deep Chartreuse
- Deep Spring Bud
#68AD00 - Deep Lime
#8BAD00 - Deep Bright Lime
#809C11 - Deep Bright Chartreuse
#729C11 - Medium Dark Bright Spring Bud
#7CC115 - Deep Apple
#57AD00 - Deep Bright Spring Bud
#659C11 - Deep Bright Citron
#8E9C11 - Deep Citron
#9CAD00 - Medium Dark Bright Apple
#6BC115 - Medium Dark Bright Chartreuse
#8DC115 - Deep Bright Apple
#579C11
More green shades
- Moss Green
#8A9A5B - Pistachio
#93C572 - Avocado
#568203 - Darkest Chartreuse
#243300 - Very Dark Chartreuse
#405C00 - Dark Chartreuse
#5D8500 - Medium Dark Chartreuse
#96D600 - Pure Chartreuse
#B2FF00 - Medium Light Chartreuse
#BFFF29 - Light Chartreuse
#CBFF52 - Pale Chartreuse
#D7FF7A
Frequently asked questions
What is the HEX code for Deep Chartreuse?
The HEX code for Deep Chartreuse is #79AD00.
What is the RGB value of Deep Chartreuse?
Deep Chartreuse has an RGB value of 121, 173, 0 (rgb(121, 173, 0)). In HSL it is 78°, 100%, 34%.
What text color should I use on Deep Chartreuse?
Use black text on Deep Chartreuse. White text has a contrast ratio of 2.70:1 and black text has 7.79:1; WCAG AA requires at least 4.5:1 for normal text.
What color goes well with Deep Chartreuse?
The complementary color of Deep Chartreuse is #3400AD. Analogous colors #AD8B00 and #23AD00 also pair well.