Early Spring MQ4-46 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEDB8D, LRV 62 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greenscape from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEDB8D · MQ4-46
Early Spring
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Early Spring Technical Profile
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Early Spring in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Spring in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEarly Spring
Nearly identical
ValsparGreenscape
Greenscape
Valspar
Nearly identical
Leprechaun Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Celery Sprig
PPG
Very similar
Wasabi
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Frog Prince
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lil' Monster
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Green Lime
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Picnic
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
Sprout .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Spring
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Spring
#AEDB8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79B97E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Spring 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
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More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Spring have?
Early Spring by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Early Spring in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Spring are Greenscape by Valspar (a near-identical match), Leprechaun Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lush Meadow by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Early Spring'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 Early Spring?
Early Spring has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
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 Early Spring's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.