Homegrown
Also known as: Beatnik, Topiary Sculpture, Shepherd’s Green, Makrut Lime
Part of the green family, Homegrown pairs a medium base with a calm and balanced presence — ideal for outdoor gear and wellness brands. Homegrown plays well with purple tones — the harmonies below show exactly which ones. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (5.15:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Homegrown color codes
- HEX
- #63884A
- RGB
- rgb(99, 136, 74)
- RGBA
- rgba(99, 136, 74, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(96, 30%, 41%)
- HSV
- hsv(96, 46%, 53%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(27%, 0%, 46%, 47%)
- LAB
- lab(52.8 -22.2 28.8)
- OKLCH
- oklch(58.3% 0.098 133.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: olivedrab#6B8E23 · ΔE 7.9
- RAL 6017 — May green#468641 · ΔE 5.1 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Homegrown works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability — at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Homegrown
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Homegrown by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 4.08:1
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Aa — on black
contrast 5.15:1
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Best text color on a Homegrown background: #000000
Palettes featuring Homegrown
Homegrown with its complement
Soft neighbors of Homegrown
Homegrown triad
Similar colors
- Kale#648251 · ΔE 3.4
- Fern#548D44 · ΔE 3.7
- Beanpole#4E8747 · ΔE 3.9
- Indica#588C3A · ΔE 4.0
- Lush Grass#468D45 · ΔE 5.4
- May Green#4C9141 · ΔE 5.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Homegrown is closest to Viola.
Homegrown FAQs
What color is Homegrown?
Homegrown is a medium green with the hex code #63884A. In HSL terms it has a hue of 96°, 30% saturation, and 41% lightness.
What is the hex code for Homegrown?
The hex code for Homegrown is #63884A. In RGB it's rgb(99, 136, 74), and in CMYK it's cmyk(27%, 0%, 46%, 47%).
What colors go well with Homegrown?
Homegrown pairs naturally with purple tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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