Clary Sage PPU11-07 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9FA688, LRV 36 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jungle Chameleon from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9FA688 · PPU11-07
Clary Sage
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Clary Sage Technical Profile
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Clary Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Clary Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClary Sage
Nearly identical
ValsparJungle Chameleon
Jungle Chameleon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Zebra Grass
PPG
Nearly identical
Sprig of Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Woodland Waterfall
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rookwood Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Russell Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rosemary Plant
Kilz
Very similar
Family Tree
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pebble Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clary Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clary Sage
#9FA688
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clary Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clary Sage Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Clary Sage.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clary Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clary Sage have?
Clary Sage by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Clary Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Clary Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clary Sage are Jungle Chameleon by Valspar (a near-identical match), Zebra Grass by PPG (a near-identical match), Edamame by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Clary Sage's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Clary Sage?
Clary Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Clary Sage's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.