ColorplanBenjamin Moore Herb Garden (434) is a very dark green with a green-yellow (khaki) undertone and an LRV of 16. For trim, try Cloud Nine (OC-119).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 16.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #627649 |
| RGB | 98, 118, 73 |
| HSL | 87°, 24%, 37% |
About Herb Garden
Herb Garden (434) is a very dark, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 16, Herb Garden absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Herb Garden's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. Next to Pine Brook (490), it's more colorful.
How Herb Garden changes with the light
Herb Garden has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Herb Garden's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Herb Garden will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Herb Garden can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Herb Garden will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Herb Garden in real homes
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Herb Garden equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 8.2
Also close: Basil (ΔE 10.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.0
Also close: Calke Green (ΔE 9.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.8
Also close: Laurel Garland (ΔE 8.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Herb Garden questions
What undertone does Herb Garden have?
Herb Garden has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Herb Garden's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Herb Garden a light or dark color?
Herb Garden has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 16.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 16, Herb Garden absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Herb Garden in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Oakmoss SW 6180 (closest available, ΔE 8.2); Farrow & Ball: Bancha No.298 (closest available, ΔE 7.0); Behr: Secret Meadow S360-6 (closest available, ΔE 5.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Herb Garden?
Try Cloud Nine (OC-119) on trim and Chantilly Lace (OC-65) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Herb Garden's undertone.
Where does Herb Garden work best?
Herb Garden works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 16, Herb Garden absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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