ColorplanBenjamin Moore Yew Green (2025-20) is a mid-tone green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 56. For trim, try Dark Linen (2147-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 56.2 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C3CF00 |
| RGB | 195, 207, 0 |
| HSL | 63°, 100%, 41% |
About Yew Green
Yew Green (2025-20) is a mid-tone, bold green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 56, Yew Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Yew Green'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. Next to Snow Cone Green (2026-30), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Yew Green changes with the light
Yew Green 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
Yew Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Yew Green 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 Yew Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Yew Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Yew Green in real homes
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Yew Green 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 16.4
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 18.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 15.4
Also close: Gervase Yellow (ΔE 15.8)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 16.1
Also close: Back to Nature (ΔE 18.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Yew Green questions
What undertone does Yew Green have?
Yew Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Yew Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Yew Green a light or dark color?
Yew Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 56, Yew Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Yew Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 16.4); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 15.4); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 16.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Yew Green?
Try Dark Linen (2147-60) on trim and Mascarpone (AF-20) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Yew Green's undertone.
Where does Yew Green work best?
Yew Green works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. With an LRV of 56, Yew Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
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