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Blooming Grove
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Blooming Grove Technical Profile
What color is Blooming Grove? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #9CBA5C. Colors similar to Blooming Grove include Kilz Lush Green, Valspar Chopped Chive, Vista Paint Sour Apple. Blooming Grove has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Blooming Grove depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Blooming Grove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blooming Grove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blooming Grove
#9CBA5C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blooming Grove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blooming Grove 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Blooming Grove.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blooming Grove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blooming Grove have?
Blooming Grove by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Blooming Grove from other brands?
The closest matches are Lush Green by Kilz (#9AB758), Chopped Chive by Valspar (#96B55C), Sour Apple by Vista Paint (#9ABF59). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blooming Grove?
Blooming Grove has an LRV of 40.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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