Willow Herb 17-26 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAAC32, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Espanade from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAAC32 · 17-26
Willow Herb
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Willow Herb Technical Profile
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Willow Herb in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Willow Herb in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWillow Herb
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyEspanade
Espanade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Luscious Lime
Behr
Very similar
Asparagus
Valspar
Very similar
Parisan Park
Vista Paint
Very similar
Split Pea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Martian
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
The Goods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parakeet
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Chameleon
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Willow Herb
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Willow Herb
#AAAC32
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87B061
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Willow Herb
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Willow Herb 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
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More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Willow Herb — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Willow Herb have?
Willow Herb by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Willow Herb in your own space before committing.
What colors match Willow Herb from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Willow Herb are Espanade by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Luscious Lime by Behr (a very close match), Asparagus by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Willow Herb'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 Willow Herb?
Willow Herb has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.3, 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 Willow Herb's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.