Leafy Green vs Canary Green

How close are they?

ΔE 24.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Canary Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Leafy Green.

Can I use Canary Green instead of Leafy Green?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 24). Canary Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Leafy Green.

Can I use Leafy Green instead of Canary Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Leafy Green is noticeably darker, more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.