Hemlock Green 50GG 09/118 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #3E5B56, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Cucumber from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3E5B56 · 50GG 09/118
Hemlock Green
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hemlock Green Technical Profile
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Hemlock Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hemlock Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHemlock Green
Very similar
Benjamin MooreGarden Cucumber
Garden Cucumber
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Favorite Green
Valspar
Very similar
Midnight In Ny
Behr
Very similar
Woodland Fern
Vista Paint
Very similar
Loch Ness
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Spruce
Kilz
Very similar
Gedney Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Billiard Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lockwood Green
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Pine Green
RAL
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hemlock Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hemlock Green
#3E5B56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#526D7A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hemlock Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hemlock Green 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 Hemlock Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hemlock Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hemlock Green have?
Hemlock Green by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hemlock Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hemlock Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hemlock Green are Garden Cucumber by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Tarrytown Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Favorite Green by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Hemlock Green'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 Hemlock Green?
Hemlock Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hemlock Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.