The color is a lighter green than how it appears in the picture. A definite mint green. However, the worst part of this rug is the smell. I've had it in my mudroom for days and even put it outside in the sunshine on a very breezy day to no avail.  If I had bought this at a nearby store, I'd just return it.  I don't understand why so many products have smells like this now.  At nearly $200.00 the quality should be better. Probably would not buy any more Kelly Clarkson products.