DarkGreen

Dark green is a deep shade of green that is commonly used in design and digital media. In the standard web color space it is defined as the named color darkgreen, with hex code #006400 and RGB values of 0, 100, 0.

The name is part of the X11/CSS color name set, which provides consistent color values across browsers and platforms. It predates modern digital media but remains widely used in web design and printing.

Appearance: It has a strong green component with no red or blue, resulting in a dark, earthy tone. In HSL, the color is roughly 120° hue, 100% saturation, and about 19% lightness, though values vary with rendering.

Usage: Dark green is often chosen for themes of nature, growth, stability, or environmental branding. It can pair with lighter greens or warm accents to convey reliability, or provide strong contrast against pale backgrounds in web interfaces.

Variations and related colors: Lighter greens near dark green include forest green (#228B22) and dark olive green (#556B2F). In printing and physical media, ink and substrate affect the exact appearance, so swatches are recommended for accurate reproduction.

Summary: Dark green is a standard, easily recognizable shade that conveys natural associations and solidity. Its defined hex and RGB values make it a common choice in both digital and print media seeking a serious, natural aesthetic.