Groovy

Q: How do I use #56AD52 in CSS?

You can use #56AD52 in CSS with: background-color: #56AD52; or color: #56AD52; or as an RGB value: rgb(86, 173, 82). For print design, use CMYK: 50%, 0%, 53%, 32%.

#56AD52

Groovy is a neutral medium color with the hex code #56AD52. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 86, 173, 82 in digital design or CMYK 50%, 0%, 53%, 32% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Groovy Color Values

HEX: #56AD52
RGB: 86, 173, 82
HSL: 117°, 36%, 50%
CMYK: 50, 0, 53, 32

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Groovy sits at 117° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 36% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Groovy work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Groovy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 50%, 0%, 53%, 32% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Groovy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #56AD52;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 86, 173, 82;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#56AD52',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 50%
M: 0%
Y: 53%
K: 32%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(86, 173, 82)
rgba(86, 173, 82, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 117° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #56AD52?

#56AD52 is Groovy, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 86, 173, 82. It has a hue of 117°, 36% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #56AD52?

The RGB color code for #56AD52 is rgb(86, 173, 82). This means it contains 86 red, 173 green, and 82 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Groovy a warm or cool color?

Groovy (#56AD52) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #56AD52 in CSS?

You can use #56AD52 in CSS with: background-color: #56AD52; or color: #56AD52; or as an RGB value: rgb(86, 173, 82). For print design, use CMYK: 50%, 0%, 53%, 32%.