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Sweet Grass

Behr · M350-4

The Analysis

Sweet Grass is a mid-toned olive green that anchors a room without making it feel cave-like. With an LRV of 44.76, it absorbs a moderate amount of light, which prevents the space from looking washed out while keeping the room feeling cozy rather than cramped.

This is a highly versatile choice that works best as a main wall color in living areas or bedrooms. It acts as a neutral-adjacent tone, meaning it’s interesting enough to be a feature but subtle enough to carry the entire room without overwhelming your furniture.

LRV 45

History & Origin

This color sits firmly in the Heritage category, reminiscent of classic botanical palettes used in early 20th-century interiors. It bridges the gap between traditional craftsmanship and current, earth-conscious design trends.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this color with warm wood tones like walnut or oak to lean into its organic roots. For hardware, matte black provides a sharp, modern contrast, while unlacquered brass adds a softer, more vintage look.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels restful and grounded because it mimics natural foliage. It provides a clean, organic backdrop that feels balanced and approachable rather than overly stimulating or high-energy.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Secret Glade

    Behr · HDC-SP14-1

  • Grasslands

    Benjamin Moore · CC-590

  • Lima Green

    Behr · PPU10-7

  • Great Green

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6430

  • Terrarium

    Valspar · V059-4

  • Liberty Park

    Benjamin Moore · 487

Lighting

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

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