Ref. #988D4F · S320-6
Garden Salt Green
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Garden Salt Green Technical Profile
What color is Garden Salt Green? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #988D4F. Colors similar to Garden Salt Green include Dunn-Edwards Serpentine, Sherwin-Williams Tupelo Tree, MPC Tuscan Hill Green. Garden Salt Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Garden Salt Green 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 Garden Salt Green 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 Garden Salt Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Garden Salt Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garden Salt Green
#988D4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94A476
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garden Salt Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garden Salt Green 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 Garden Salt Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Garden Salt Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garden Salt Green have?
Garden Salt Green by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Garden Salt Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Serpentine by Dunn-Edwards (#9B8E54), Tupelo Tree by Sherwin-Williams (#9C9152), Tuscan Hill Green by MPC (#96894B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Garden Salt Green?
Garden Salt Green has an LRV of 26.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Garden Salt Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.