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Asparagus

Behr · 410D-4

The Analysis

Asparagus is a mid-tone olive green that acts as a grounded, natural neutral. With an LRV of 45.87, it absorbs a moderate amount of light, which creates a cozy, enclosed feeling rather than making a room feel expansive or bright.

This colour works best as a primary wall choice in rooms where you want a sophisticated, saturated backdrop. It is versatile enough to serve as a calming main colour for a study or bedroom, or as a dense accent wall in a kitchen.

LRV 46

History & Origin

While this earthy green has roots in Victorian-era botanical palettes, it is currently trending as a fresh, modern take on nature-inspired interiors. It avoids looking dated by pairing well with current minimalist furniture styles.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to lean into a modern look, or use brushed brass for a more traditional feel. It performs best in rooms with adequate artificial lighting to prevent the mid-tone green from looking muddy at night.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and stable because it mimics organic, outdoor tones. It is restful and helps lower the visual temperature of a room without feeling stark or sterile.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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