ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hibiscus (2027-50) is a light green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 78. For trim, try Jasper Yellow (2024-50).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 77.9 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E8E99F |
| RGB | 232, 233, 159 |
| HSL | 61°, 63%, 77% |
About Hibiscus
Hibiscus (2027-50) is a light, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 78, Hibiscus reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hibiscus'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, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. It's very close to Apples and Pears (395); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Hibiscus changes with the light
Hibiscus is a warm white, so it stays soft rather than gray in north-facing rooms and looks creamier in strong south or west sun.
North-facing rooms
Hibiscus's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Hibiscus 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 Hibiscus can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hibiscus will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hibiscus in real homes
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Hibiscus 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 6.0
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 8.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.1
Also close: Hound Lemon (ΔE 8.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 10.3
Also close: Back to Nature (ΔE 12.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hibiscus questions
What undertone does Hibiscus have?
Hibiscus has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hibiscus's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hibiscus a light or dark color?
Hibiscus has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 77.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 78, Hibiscus reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Hibiscus in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 6.0); Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow No.233 (closest available, ΔE 6.1); Behr: Banana Cream 350C-2 (closest available, ΔE 10.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hibiscus?
Try Jasper Yellow (2024-50) on both trim and ceiling. It's a Benjamin Moore white that shares Hibiscus's undertone, so the room feels coordinated without looking stark.
Where does Hibiscus work best?
Hibiscus works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. With an LRV of 78, Hibiscus reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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