This hue is inspired by the trademark green of John Deere tractors, one of the most recognizable colors in American industry. First standardized in the early 1900s, the color was chosen to reflect growth, vitality, and the rural landscapes the machines were built to cultivate. The distinctive green-and-yellow combination made the brand instantly identifiable across farm fields and machinery lines worldwide. Its cultural life extended far beyond agriculture—immortalized in Joe Diffie’s 1993 country hit “John Deere Green,” where the color became a symbol of small-town devotion and youthful rebellion. Whether on a tractor or a water tower, John Deere Green stands for hard work, open fields, and a love that refuses to fade.