Asparagus 6008-8C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AEB83A, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hopscotch from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #AEB83A · 6008-8C
Asparagus
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Asparagus Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEB83A
RGB174, 184, 58
Estimated LRV43.6
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
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Asparagus
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Asparagus
#AEB83A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DB471
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Asparagus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Asparagus 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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Asparagus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Asparagus have?
Asparagus by Valspar 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 Asparagus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Asparagus are Hopscotch by PPG (a close digital match), Tequila Lime by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Limeade by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Asparagus'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 Asparagus?
Asparagus has a estimated lightness value of 43.6, 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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