YG229 #5CBC68 RGB 92, 188, 104

May Green — #5CBC68

May Green is a natural, mid-tone green color with the catalog reference YG229. Its hex value #5CBC68 makes it useful for work that calls for a mid-tone tone in the green family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#5CBC68
RGB
rgb(92, 188, 104)
HSL
hsl(128°, 42%, 55%)
CMYK
cmyk(51%, 0%, 45%, 26%)

This color is recorded in the archived 2018 Finecolour chart. Its screen preview comes from the chart artwork, not a measured ink swatch. Marker links follow the model symbols printed in that edition.

Markers in this color

Model availability follows the archived chart. Choose a marker to see its documented set contents.

Color harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Split-complementary

Best uses

Foundation colour for foliage, grass, forest scenes, plant illustration and natural backgrounds.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Moss (YG451) for a smooth transition. Pair with Bold Mauve (V198) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Vivid Deep Indigo (B357).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for May Green?
The hex code for May Green is #5CBC68. In RGB that is 92, 188, 104.
What colour is May Green?
It is a mid-tone green color.
What colours pair well with May Green?
The direct complement is Bold Mauve (V198). Analogous neighbour: Moss (YG451).
What is May Green used for?
Foundation colour for foliage, grass, forest scenes, plant illustration and natural backgrounds.

About this colour data

This independent reference separates recorded source data from computed screen values and known physical-colour limitations.

Maintained by
Max Tymoshyn
Data version
finecolour-chart-2018
Reference checked

Recorded data

Printed codes, color labels and model symbols are transcribed from this archived chart. RGB previews are converted from its artwork. This does not establish current availability.

Computed data

RGB display values, previews, and colour relationships are calculated by the website from each stored HEX reference.

Physical colour

A screen preview does not replace a physical swatch; paper, layering, nib condition, lighting, and the display can all change appearance.

Unknowns

This catalog does not establish manufacturing tolerances, laboratory measurements, batch variation, current availability, discontinued or renamed codes, or complete manufacturer product-line coverage.

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