Swamp Grass 322-5DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9C8B55, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Safari Scene from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C8B55 · 322-5DB
Swamp Grass
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Swamp Grass Technical Profile
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Swamp Grass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Swamp Grass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySwamp Grass
Nearly identical
PPGSafari Scene
Safari Scene
PPG
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thyme
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pickling Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Sabo Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sandhurst
Vista Paint
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Garden Salt Green
Behr
Very similar
Tupelo Tree
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rolling Prairie
Valspar
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Swamp Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swamp Grass
#9C8B55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CA87C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swamp Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swamp Grass 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 Dutch Boy Colors
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More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Swamp Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swamp Grass have?
Swamp Grass by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Swamp Grass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Swamp Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Swamp Grass are Safari Scene by PPG (a near-identical match), Vintage Olive by PPG (a near-identical match), Serpentine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Swamp Grass'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 Swamp Grass?
Swamp Grass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.2, 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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