Ref. #9EA164 · S330-5
Dried Chive
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dried Chive Technical Profile
What color is Dried Chive? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #9EA164. Colors similar to Dried Chive include Benjamin Moore Medieval Times, Valspar Organic Garden, PPG Golden Grass. Dried Chive has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Dried Chive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Dried Chive reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Dried Chive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dried Chive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dried Chive
#9EA164
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dried Chive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dried Chive 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 Dried Chive.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dried Chive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dried Chive have?
Dried Chive by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Dried Chive from other brands?
The closest matches are Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore (#A2A565), Organic Garden by Valspar (#9F9E61), Golden Grass by PPG (#9EA26B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dried Chive?
Dried Chive has an LRV of 33.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dried Chive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.