What Color is Wageningen Green
Wageningen Green is a vibrant, saturated shade that serves as the primary identifier for environmental and life sciences. It communicates a sense of sustainability and professional reliability. This hue represents a balance between the organic world and scientific precision.
What color is opposite Wageningen Green?
The opposite color to Wageningen Green is Violet Eggplant (#b234b2).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Green
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Autumn
- Complementary Color: #B234B2
- Brightness: 126/255
- Saturation: 71%
Colors That Pair Well With Wageningen Green
Complementary
Pair with Violet Eggplant for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Fuchsia Pink for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
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Wageningen Green History
This specific green is inextricably linked to the city of Wageningen in the Netherlands and its world-leading research university. The color emerged as a branding standard to reflect the region's historical role in the agricultural revolution of the late 19th century. It traces its conceptual roots to the development of plant pathology and soil science, where clear visual indicators were necessary for botanical classification and innovation.
Unlike traditional pigments like Verdigris or Malachite, this shade is a product of modern colorimetry, designed for high visibility across digital and physical media. It was formally adopted into a cohesive identity system to represent the circular economy and global food security. It signifies the transition from traditional farming to high-tech biotechnology.
Meaning & Psychology
This hue radiates optimism and physical health, making it a powerful tool for brands focused on nutrition. It triggers a subconscious association with freshness, promoting a psychological state of energy and readiness. The high saturation ensures the color feels active, encouraging a sense of renewal in the viewer.
In design psychology, it suggests equilibrium and safety. Because it sits firmly in the center of the green spectrum, it avoids the decay associated with yellow-greens or the coldness of blue-greens. It remains a trustworthy representative of the natural world, commanding attention without the alarming qualities of warmer brights.
In Nature
This color is most visible in the natural world through high concentrations of chlorophyll found in young, sun-drenched leaves. It perfectly mimics the outer skin of a ripe lime or the interior of a fresh pea. In the mineral kingdom, it reflects the translucent glow of high-quality peridot gemstones.
How To Use Wageningen Green
For digital interfaces, Wageningen Green offers superior readability when paired with white or light gray backgrounds. It is an ideal choice for wellness apps or ecological platforms where a call-to-action needs to feel both urgent and helpful. Designers should use it strategically to ensure it does not overwhelm the user's visual field.
To maintain accessibility, this green requires high-contrast typography, such as dark charcoal or black, to meet WCAG standards. It functions best as an accent to highlight growth or positive metrics. When used in environmental design, it creates a natural atmosphere that links modern architecture to the living landscape.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Eco-Innovation
A clean, professional palette for technology and sustainability brands.
Verdant Growth
A monochromatic-leaning selection that mimics deep forest layers.
Urban Garden
High contrast and modern, ideal for contemporary packaging.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #34B233;
color: rgb(52, 178, 51);
background-color: #34B233;
border: 3px solid #34B233;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #34B23366;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #34B233 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Wageningen Green?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Wageningen Green in CSS?
You can use Wageningen Green in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.wageningen-green {
background-color: #34B233;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.