Field Green-Grey vs Fern Green

How close are they?

ΔE 16.2, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Fern Green is a little lighter, much more muted, warmer than Field Green-Grey.

Can I use Fern Green instead of Field Green-Grey?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Fern Green is a little lighter, much more muted, warmer than Field Green-Grey.

Can I use Field Green-Grey instead of Fern Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Field Green-Grey is a little darker, much 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.