Exotic Bloom 551 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #96C985, LRV 47 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Superior Green from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96C985 · 551
Exotic Bloom
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Exotic Bloom Technical Profile
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Exotic Bloom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic Bloom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreExotic Bloom
Nearly identical
ValsparSuperior Green
Superior Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweetened Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grand Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fresh Cut Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jungle Vine
PPG
Very similar
Picnic
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Roof Top Garden
Behr
Very similar
Sweetness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Iguana
Kilz
Visible difference
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Bloom
#96C985
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81B18D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Bloom 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 Exotic Bloom.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Bloom have?
Exotic Bloom by Benjamin Moore 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 Exotic Bloom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Bloom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Bloom are Superior Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sweetened Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Grand Valley by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Exotic Bloom'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 Exotic Bloom?
Exotic Bloom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Bloom's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.