Whimsical Green 90GY 42/355 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6DBD91, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Variety from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6DBD91 · 90GY 42/355
Whimsical Green
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Whimsical Green Technical Profile
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Whimsical Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whimsical Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWhimsical Green
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGarden Variety
Garden Variety
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spearmint Burst
Valspar
Nearly identical
Meadowlands Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Australian Jade
Behr
Very similar
Blue Green Scene
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clover Mist
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Minted Julep
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frosted Emerald
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wheatgrass
Kilz
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whimsical Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whimsical Green
#6DBD91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82B0AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whimsical Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whimsical 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 Whimsical Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whimsical Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whimsical Green have?
Whimsical Green 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 Whimsical Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whimsical Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsical Green are Garden Variety by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Spearmint Burst by Valspar (a near-identical match), Meadowlands Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whimsical 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 Whimsical Green?
Whimsical Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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 Whimsical Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.