Marsh Fern 420D-4 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2EA78, LRV 54 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Meadow Green from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2EA78 · 420D-4
Marsh Fern
54%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Marsh Fern Technical Profile
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Marsh Fern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marsh Fern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMarsh Fern
Very similar
Benjamin MooreSpring Meadow Green
Spring Meadow Green
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marsh Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marsh Fern
#B2EA78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6DC66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marsh Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marsh Fern 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
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Marsh Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marsh Fern have?
Marsh Fern 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 Marsh Fern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marsh Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marsh Fern are Spring Meadow Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Willow Springs Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Feel the Energy by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Marsh Fern'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 Marsh Fern?
Marsh Fern has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.0, 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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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 Marsh Fern's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.