Salvia
Also known as: Banksia, Mow the Lawn, Winter Squash, Laurel Mist
Expect grounded and restorative associations from Salvia — a soft green well suited to finance apps and outdoor gear. Set it against a purple accent when you want the combination to pop. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (9.77:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Salvia color codes
- HEX
- #A8B59E
- RGB
- rgb(168, 181, 158)
- RGBA
- rgba(168, 181, 158, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(94, 13%, 66%)
- HSV
- hsv(94, 13%, 71%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(7%, 0%, 13%, 29%)
- LAB
- lab(72.2 -7.9 10.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(75.6% 0.035 131.4)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle green undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkseagreen#8FBC8F · ΔE 9.8
- RAL 7032 — Pebble grey#B9B9A8 · ΔE 6.3 · 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 Salvia works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation — a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability — at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- 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.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Salvia
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Salvia 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 2.15:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 9.77:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Salvia background: #000000
Palettes featuring Salvia
Salvia with its complement
Soft neighbors of Salvia
Salvia triad
Similar colors
- Gargoyle#ABB39E · ΔE 2.1
- Alpine Air#A9B4A9 · ΔE 4.7
- Moorland#A6AB9B · ΔE 4.8
- Irish Moor#B5C0B3 · ΔE 5.1
- Bok Choy#BCCAB3 · ΔE 5.5
- Edamame#9CA389 · ΔE 5.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Salvia is closest to Moonraker.
Salvia FAQs
What color is Salvia?
Salvia is a medium green with the hex code #A8B59E. In HSL terms it has a hue of 94°, 13% saturation, and 66% lightness.
What is the hex code for Salvia?
The hex code for Salvia is #A8B59E. In RGB it's rgb(168, 181, 158), and in CMYK it's cmyk(7%, 0%, 13%, 29%).
What colors go well with Salvia?
Salvia 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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