Ref. #B9C660 · MP491
Citronella
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Citronella Technical Profile
What color is Citronella? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B9C660. Colors similar to Citronella include Dunn-Edwards Asparagus Fern, Colorhouse Thrive .03, PPG Boogie Blast. Citronella has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Citronella sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Citronella 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 Citronella
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citronella
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citronella
#B9C660
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citronella
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citronella 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Citronella.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citronella — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citronella have?
Citronella by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Citronella from other brands?
The closest matches are Asparagus Fern by Dunn-Edwards (#B9CB5A), Thrive .03 by Colorhouse (#B0C05D), Boogie Blast by PPG (#BECE61). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Citronella?
Citronella has an LRV of 51.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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