Shamrock Green

HEX: #009E60 | Modern Palette

On White
3.47:1
FAIL
On Black
6.06:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#009E60
RGB
0, 158, 96
HSL
156°, 100% ,61%
CMYK
100, 0, 39.24, 38.04

About Shamrock Green

Shamrock Green (#009E60) is a color with RGB(0, 158, 96) and HSL(156.46°, 100%, 61.96%). It is commonly associated with Bold, Playful moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #9E003E, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #60009E and #9E6000. The name comes from Shamrock Green (English).

  • HEX: #009E60
  • RGB: 0, 158, 96
  • HSL: 156.46°, 100%, 61.96%
  • Mood: Bold, Playful
  • Style: Vivid, Neon
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #9E003E
  • Triadic colors: #60009E, #9E6000
  • The name comes from Shamrock Green (English).

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Color Palettes

Shamrock Green #009E60 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
SHAMROCK GREEN
 
 
 
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
SHAMROCK GREEN
 
 
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Shamrock Green #009E60 pairs with #9E003E as its complementary color, and #60009E and #9E6000 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

SHAMROCK GREEN
Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

SHAMROCK GREEN
Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

SHAMROCK GREEN
Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

SHAMROCK GREEN
Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

SHAMROCK GREEN
Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

SHAMROCK GREEN

Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Shamrock Green #009E60 moves from dark #001A0F tones through the base color to lighter #E6FFF5 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

SHAMROCK GREEN

Color Characteristics

Mood
Bold Playful
Style
Vivid Neon
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #878763
Protanopia #96965F
Tritanopia #309898
Achromatopsia #8A8A8A

Frequently Asked Questions

Shamrock Green (#009E60) is a color with RGB(0, 158, 96) and HSL(156.46°, 100%, 61.96%).

#009E60 pairs strongly with #9E003E as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#009E60 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Neon styles.

#009E60 is commonly associated with Bold, Playful.

The name Shamrock Green is linked to Shamrock Green from English, meaning A shade of green associated with the shamrock plant, a symbol of Ireland..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Shamrock Green
Meaning A shade of green associated with the shamrock plant, a symbol of Ireland.
Language English
First Recorded Use 19th Century

History

Green has long been associated with Ireland, often referred to as the 'Emerald Isle.' This association deepened during the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly with the rise of Irish nationalism and the use of green as a symbol of rebellion against British rule. The shamrock, a three-leaf clover, became a potent symbol of Ireland, famously linked to St. Patrick who is said to have used it to explain the Holy Trinity. 'Shamrock Green' specifically refers to the vibrant, medium green color often depicted for the plant itself. Its use became widespread in various contexts, from flags and political movements to everyday items and celebrations, especially St. Patrick's Day.

First Recorded Use

The specific color name 'Shamrock Green' likely gained prominence in the 19th century as Irish nationalism and the celebration of St. Patrick's Day became more widespread, solidifying the shamrock as a national symbol.

Cultural Associations

Shamrock Green is deeply embedded in Irish culture and identity. It is the quintessential color for St. Patrick's Day celebrations worldwide, appearing on clothing, decorations, and various merchandise. It symbolizes Ireland, Irish heritage, good luck, and spring. Beyond St. Patrick's Day, it is often used in branding for Irish products, sports teams, and tourism. It evokes feelings of lush landscapes, folklore, and national pride.

Similar Named Colors
Green (NCS) #009F6B ΔE 2.40
Green-cyan #009966 ΔE 2.77
Jade #00A86B ΔE 3.21
GO Green #00AB66 ΔE 4.06

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #009E60;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #009E60;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #009E60;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #009E60,
        #FF3D89
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #009E60,
        #FF3D89
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$shamrock-green: #009E60;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$shamrock-green-r: 0;
$shamrock-green-g: 158;
$shamrock-green-b: 96;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $shamrock-green;
    color: rgba($shamrock-green-r, $shamrock-green-g, $shamrock-green-b, 0.8);
}