Wheat Grass → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Behr Wheat Grass (PPU9-11), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Wheat Grass
If you love Behr Wheat Grass but need a PPG alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers PPG, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Wheat Grass (PPU9-11) is a medium-dark green with warm yellow-green undertones. A warm, golden-green with a grassy quality. More yellow than sage, more green than beige. The color of dried wheat in a summer field. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 35) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Wheat Grass and every PPG color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong PPG match for Wheat Grass. Dusty Miller Alt 2 (PPG1133-4) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
PPG Matches for Wheat Grass
Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
| Wheat Grass | Dusty Miller Alt 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 35 | 35 |
| Hex | #A9AD9A | #ABB4A8 |
| Undertone | Warm Yellow-Green | Soft Willow Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Wheat Grass has warm yellow-green undertones. A warm, golden-green with a grassy quality. More yellow than sage, more green than beige. The color of dried wheat in a summer field.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 has soft willow green undertones. A soft green named for the graceful willow tree. Between Olive Sprig and Dusty Miller in depth. Calming and organic.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Wheat Grass's warm yellow-green quality may read differently than Dusty Miller Alt 2's soft willow green character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Wheat Grass in Your Room
The golden-green warmth is unique. In bright rooms, the grassy quality is visible. In dim rooms, reads as a warm, earthy neutral.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 in Your Room
The green is soft and organic. In bright rooms, a gentle sage. In dim rooms, a warm green-gray.
LRV and Brightness
Wheat Grass has an LRV of 35, while Dusty Miller Alt 2 has an LRV of 35. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Wheat Grass
Behr recommends Wheat Grass for: kitchen, living room, bedroom, exterior, sunroom. With an LRV of 35, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Dusty Miller Alt 2 is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, exterior. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Wheat Grass (PPU9-11) is Dusty Miller Alt 2 (PPG1133-4) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is the closest PPG option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Wheat Grass is a Behr color with warm yellow-green undertones and an LRV of 35. Dusty Miller Alt 2 is a PPG color with soft willow green undertones and an LRV of 35. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.