Flowering Cactus 1228-3 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A2D4BD, estimated LRV 58 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fantasy Isle from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A2D4BD · 1228-3
Flowering Cactus
58%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Flowering Cactus Technical Profile
HEX Code#A2D4BD
RGB162, 212, 189
Estimated LRV58.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Flowering Cactus
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flowering Cactus
#A2D4BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83AEB0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flowering Cactus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flowering Cactus 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
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Flowering Cactus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flowering Cactus have?
Flowering Cactus by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Flowering Cactus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flowering Cactus are Fantasy Isle by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Garden Greenery by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Garden Twilight by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flowering Cactus'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 Flowering Cactus?
Flowering Cactus has a estimated lightness value of 58.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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