What Color is Ash Tree
Ash Tree is a soft, desaturated sage tone that sits within the yellow-green family. It provides a bridge between earthy neutrals and organic pigments. This color evokes a sense of quietude and stability in any visual environment.
What color is opposite Ash Tree?
The opposite color to Ash Tree is Amethyst Smoke (#ab9abc).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Yellow-Green
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #AB9ABC
- Brightness: 178/255
- Saturation: 18%
Colors That Pair Well With Ash Tree
Complementary
Pair with Amethyst Smoke for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Mulled Wine 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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Ash Tree History
Historically, shades similar to Ash Tree were derived from terre verte, a natural mineral pigment containing iron and magnesium silicates. These pigments were utilized extensively during the Renaissance for underpainting skin tones to neutralize pinkish hues. The specific desaturated quality aligns with the 18th-century movement toward neoclassical palettes, where muted earth tones replaced the garish brilliance of earlier eras.
The name draws from the silver-grey bark and the pale undersides of the leaves belonging to the Fraxinus genus. In European folklore, the tree represented protection and wisdom. By the late 19th century, the Arts and Crafts movement embraced these vegetal, low-chroma greens to bring the outdoors into interior spaces through textiles and wallpapers.
Meaning & Psychology
Ash Tree communicates a state of restoration and cognitive ease. Because it contains significant amounts of grey and yellow, it avoids the high-energy stimulation of bright lime, instead offering a composed and grounding effect. It is often perceived as a color of maturity and intellectual growth.
Culturally, this shade is associated with longevity and endurance. It reduces visual fatigue, making it an ideal choice for environments requiring deep focus. It evokes feelings of tranquility, providing a safe emotional harbor that discourages anxiety or clarity of thought.
In Nature
In the natural world, this hue is found on the powdery lichen that clings to northern hardwoods and the oxidized surfaces of eucalyptus leaves. It appears in the soft moss found in shaded ravines and the muted plumage of the female mallard. The color is characteristic of plants with a waxy cuticle designed to reflect harsh sunlight, protecting the foliage within.
How To Use Ash Tree
This color serves as an excellent neutral backdrop in sophisticated interior design. It pairs effectively with warm timbers and matte metals like brass to create a balanced aesthetic. To maintain visual interest, utilize it in large fields or as a transitional wall color that connects different living zones.
For digital interfaces, Ash Tree provides high legibility when paired with dark charcoal text. It passes WCAG accessibility standards for large text when used as a background against deep contrast colors. The desaturated nature of the shade ensures that it does not cause glare, making it suitable for long-form reading applications and minimalist layouts.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Nordic Woodland
A muted, cool-toned palette inspired by Scandinavian forests.
Muted Harvest
Warm, earthy tones that complement the yellow-green base.
Modern Alchemist
A sophisticated mix of organic green and metallic-adjacent neutrals.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #AABB99;
color: rgb(170, 187, 153);
background-color: #AABB99;
border: 3px solid #AABB99;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #AABB9966;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #AABB99 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Print: Double-sided, all-over vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
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- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Ash Tree?
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Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Ash Tree in CSS?
You can use Ash Tree in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.ash-tree {
background-color: #AABB99;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.