Ref. #96AF54 · 1222-6
Asparagus
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Asparagus Technical Profile
What color is Asparagus? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #96AF54. Colors similar to Asparagus include Behr Farm Fresh, Vista Paint Green Apple Peels, Valspar Chopped Chive. Asparagus has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Asparagus 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 Asparagus
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Asparagus from other brands?
The closest matches are Farm Fresh by Behr (#9AAF53), Green Apple Peels by Vista Paint (#97B35D), Chopped Chive by Valspar (#96B55C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Asparagus?
Asparagus has an LRV of 37.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.