Asparagus 1222-6 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #96AF54, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Farm Fresh from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96AF54 · 1222-6
Asparagus
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Asparagus Technical Profile
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Asparagus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Asparagus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAsparagus
Nearly identical
BehrFarm Fresh
Farm Fresh
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Apple Peels
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chopped Chive
Valspar
Very similar
Lush Green
Kilz
Very similar
Stay in Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Huntington Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hyper
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clipped Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Outrageous Lime
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Olive Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Asparagus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Asparagus
#96AF54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Asparagus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Asparagus 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Asparagus.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Asparagus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Asparagus have?
Asparagus by PPG 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 Asparagus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Asparagus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Asparagus are Farm Fresh by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Apple Peels by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Chopped Chive by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Asparagus'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 Asparagus?
Asparagus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.8, 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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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 Asparagus's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.