Arugula 6446 is a green paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #42603C, LRV 10 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zucchini Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #42603C · 6446
Arugula
10%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Arugula Technical Profile
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Arugula in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arugula in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsArugula
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyZucchini Green
Zucchini Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cypress Vine
Behr
Nearly identical
Jungle Adventure
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mountain Forest
PPG
Very similar
Jeremy's Journey
Valspar
Very similar
Jungle Adventure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf Green
RAL
Very similar
Martha's Vineyard
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Verdigris Green
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Tropical Foliage
Kilz
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arugula
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arugula
#42603C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#537C61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arugula
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arugula 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Arugula.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Arugula — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arugula have?
Arugula by Sherwin-Williams 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 Arugula in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arugula from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arugula are Zucchini Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cypress Vine by Behr (a near-identical match), Amazon Foliage by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Arugula'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 Arugula?
Arugula has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.9, 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
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 Arugula's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.