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Blooming Grove

Benjamin Moore · 413

The Analysis

Blooming Grove is a mid-tone herbal green with a balanced LRV of 42.42, meaning it absorbs a moderate amount of light rather than reflecting it. It creates a grounded, solid feeling in a room and can make larger spaces feel more intimate and contained.

This color acts best as a primary wall color in living areas or as a sophisticated cabinet finish in a kitchen. Because it is saturated, it serves as a strong backdrop that makes white trim and furniture stand out sharply.

LRV 42

History & Origin

This is a contemporary take on classic botanical greens, leaning more toward modern naturalism than period-specific Victorian palettes. It feels fresh and current rather than antique.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this with light white oak for a clean, organic look or matte black hardware to emphasize the green's depth. It works beautifully in rooms with plenty of natural light, which prevents the tone from feeling too heavy.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels restorative and connected to the outdoors. It provides a steady, natural energy that is neither jarring nor sleepy, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to feel relaxed but focused.

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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