Tarragon 6001-4C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6B6D55, LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B6D55 · 6001-4C
Tarragon
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tarragon Technical Profile
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Tarragon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tarragon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTarragon
Nearly identical
PPGOlive Green
Olive Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Moss Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Bijoux Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yew Hedge
Kilz
Nearly identical
Oakmoss
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spring’s Eve
Vista Paint
Very similar
Olive You!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sea Fern
Behr
Very similar
Trailing Vines
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Newbury Moss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bancha
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tarragon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tarragon
#6B6D55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#769362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tarragon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tarragon 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Tarragon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tarragon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tarragon have?
Tarragon by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tarragon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tarragon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tarragon are Olive Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Moss Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Bijoux Green by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tarragon'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 Tarragon?
Tarragon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tarragon's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.