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Forest Green

#278019

Forest Green is a neutral dark color with the hex code #278019. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 39, 128, 25 in digital design or CMYK 70%, 0%, 80%, 50% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Forest Green Color Values

HEX
#278019
RGB
39, 128, 25
HSL
112°, 67%, 30%
CMYK
70, 0, 80, 50

About this color

Forest Green sits at 112° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 67% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, neutral colors like Forest Green work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Forest Green in print, the CMYK breakdown of 70%, 0%, 80%, 50% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Forest Green

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #278019;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 39, 128, 25;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#278019',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 70%
M: 0%
Y: 80%
K: 50%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(39, 128, 25)
rgba(39, 128, 25, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 112° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #278019?
#278019 is Forest Green, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 39, 128, 25. It has a hue of 112°, 67% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #278019?
The RGB color code for #278019 is rgb(39, 128, 25). This means it contains 39 red, 128 green, and 25 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Forest Green a warm or cool color?
Forest Green (#278019) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #278019 in CSS?
You can use #278019 in CSS with: background-color: #278019; or color: #278019; or as an RGB value: rgb(39, 128, 25). For print design, use CMYK: 70%, 0%, 80%, 50%.