Tansy Green
What Tansy Green Actually Looks Like
Tansy Green is a medium-depth, earthy green that reads like a dried herb. Think of sage leaves left out in the sun, somewhere between olive and khaki with a distinctly botanical feel. It has enough gray in it to stay grounded and enough yellow-green life to keep it from looking drab. At LRV 28.3, it sits solidly in the medium range, neither dark nor light, absorbing a fair amount of light while still feeling approachable on the wall.
Tansy Green Undertones
The green is the headline here, but it does not read like a fresh spring green. A noticeable gray component keeps it muted and sophisticated, and there is a warm yellow thread running through it that pushes Tansy Green toward olive territory. In north-facing rooms, the gray undertone comes forward and the color can look more sage-like and subdued. In strong south or west light, the warm yellow-green livens up considerably. Some designers lean toward calling it an olive, while others see it as a dusty sage with golden undertones. Both readings are fair. It depends heavily on your lighting and what you pair it with.
Where Tansy Green Works Best
Tansy Green works well as an accent wall color in living rooms and bedrooms where you want warmth without going brown or beige. It is a natural fit for exterior siding, especially on homes surrounded by landscaping, because it echoes the tones of the natural world without blending in completely. On cabinets, it can create a moody, collected look in a kitchen or mudroom. Use it on all four walls of a smaller bedroom for a cocooning effect. On exteriors, it pairs well with stone, wood, and warm-toned brick. Keep in mind that at LRV 28.3, it will look noticeably darker on a large exterior surface than it does on a paint chip.
Where to put Tansy Green
Tansy Green makes a grounding accent wall in a room with lighter neutral walls. It draws the eye without shouting and works especially well behind open shelving or a gallery wall where its earthy tone acts as a backdrop. Pair it with Aged White on the remaining walls for a natural, layered look.
In a bedroom, Tansy Green brings a calm, organic warmth. At LRV 28.3 it is dark enough to feel enveloping at night but not so dark that it swallows morning light. Try it on all four walls and use warm linen textiles and wood tones to play up its natural side.
Use Tansy Green on a fireplace wall or as an anchor behind the sofa. It reads sophisticated alongside leather furniture, brass fixtures, and warm wood floors. In a living room with big windows, the warm yellow-green undertones come alive and give the space an inviting, collected feel.
On exterior siding, Tansy Green is a standout choice for Craftsman, colonial, or cottage-style homes. It sits quietly in a landscape, picking up the tones of surrounding trees and grass. Pair it with a warm creamy white trim and a dark charcoal or black door for a classic combination.
What to Pair With Tansy Green
Aged White (SW 9180) is a coordinating trim option that provides warm, creamy contrast against Tansy Green's earthy depth. Because Tansy Green has gray and green undertones, you want trim and accent colors that either echo its warmth or provide clean contrast without fighting its muted character.
Tansy Green vs similar colors
All comparisons are matched against Tansy Green at LRV 28.3.
Colors that clash with Tansy Green
Pairing Tansy Green with a cool, blue-toned gray on trim or adjacent walls can make both colors look off. The warm yellow-green in Tansy Green clashes with blue undertones and can appear muddy.
A stark, high-reflectance white trim next to Tansy Green creates a jarring contrast that makes the green look dirtier than it actually is.
In rooms with very little natural light, Tansy Green's gray undertone can dominate and the color can look flat and lifeless, losing its green personality entirely.
Common questions
Tansy Green has an LRV of 28.3, placing it in the medium range. It absorbs more light than it reflects, so it will feel noticeably richer on the wall than it looks on a small chip.
Tansy Green leans warm overall thanks to its yellow-green base. However, a strong gray component tempers that warmth, so it reads as a balanced, muted green rather than a hot or brassy color.
Aged White (SW 9180) is the recommended coordinating trim. Any warm, creamy white will work well. Avoid bright, cool whites, which can create harsh contrast and make the green look muddy.
Yes. Tansy Green is available in exterior formulations and is a popular choice for siding on Craftsman and cottage-style homes. At LRV 28.3, expect it to look a shade or two darker on a large exterior surface than it does on your sample board.