Lemon Verbena 7726 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9D986F, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prairie Brush from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9D986F · 7726
Lemon Verbena
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Verbena Technical Profile
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Lemon Verbena in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lemon Verbena in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsLemon Verbena
Nearly identical
ValsparPrairie Brush
Prairie Brush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hiking Path
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Annie
PPG
Nearly identical
Hidden Treasure
Behr
Nearly identical
Grape Leaves
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Very similar
Retro Avocado
Vista Paint
Very similar
Expedition
Kilz
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cedar and Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Verbena
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Verbena
#9D986F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Verbena
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Verbena 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
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Lemon Verbena — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Verbena have?
Lemon Verbena by Sherwin-Williams 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 Lemon Verbena in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lemon Verbena from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Verbena are Prairie Brush by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hiking Path by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Olive Rush by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lemon Verbena'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 Lemon Verbena?
Lemon Verbena has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Verbena's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.