Willow Herb 17-26 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAAC32, estimated 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.
PPG · #AAAC32 · 17-26
Willow Herb
38%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Willow Herb Technical Profile
HEX Code#AAAC32
RGB170, 172, 50
Estimated LRV38.3
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Willow Herb
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Willow Herb
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Willow Herb Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Willow Herb from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Willow Herb are Espanade by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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