Goebbert’s Farm Market: Fresh Herbs
At Goebbert’s Farm Market, we believe that even the smallest ingredients can bring the biggest flavor—and nothing proves that better than fresh herbs.
Whether you’re crafting a summer salad, mixing a refreshing drink, or garnishing your favorite dish, a pinch of homegrown herb adds that unforgettable finishing touch.
We grow and stock a curated collection of fresh herbs at peak season, perfect for everyday meals or weekend cooking adventures. While our full herb selection includes many favorites in our Spring Garden Center, these three culinary classics are stars of the summer farm market: baby dill, mint, and cilantro.
Our Fresh Herbs
Fresh herbs do more than just dress up your dishes—they transform them. Their bold aromas, bright colors, and garden-picked flavor make every meal feel gourmet. And when they come straight from our farm, you’ll notice the difference immediately.
Each of our fresh herbs is picked with care and available only when it’s truly in season. That means you get flavor at its absolute best—without preservatives, shrink-wrap, or long-distance shipping.
Our Featured Herbs
Here’s what’s fresh and fragrant
Baby Dill
Flavor: Light, feathery, and fragrant with a tangy, slightly grassy bite
Use: Perfect in pickling, mixed into creamy potato salads, or sprinkled over roasted vegetables. It also shines with fish dishes and cold cucumber soups.
Mint
Flavor: Cool, crisp, and energizing with sweet undertones
Use: Ideal for iced teas, lemonades, and mojitos—but also brightens up fresh fruit salads and lamb dishes. Try it muddled, chopped, or as a fresh garnish.
Cilantro
Flavor: Bright, citrusy, and herbaceous
Use: Essential for guacamole, tacos, Thai curries, and summer salsas. Chop and stir it in right before serving to preserve that bold, fresh taste.
When Are Our Herbs Available?
Availability may vary depending on the weather and seasonal growth, but our fresh herbs are usually found in peak condition mid-to-late summer—right when backyard meals, picnics, and BBQs are calling. Just like our fresh vegetables and fresh fruit, our herbs are harvested at their prime and stocked in limited quantities for maximum flavor.
Stop in early, especially before weekends and holidays, to ensure you get the freshest bunches available.
Cooking with Goebbert’s Herbs: Simple Flavor Boosters
Don’t overthink it—our fresh herbs do most of the work for you. Here are three simple ways to use them daily:
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Herb-Infused Water – Add mint or cilantro to your water pitcher for a cooling refresh.
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Salad Upgrade – Sprinkle chopped dill or mint into leafy greens for a fresh twist.
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Garnish Like a Pro – Cilantro and dill both make perfect last-minute touches to any savory plate.
Pairing Ideas
Create your own seasonal spreads by pairing our herbs with items from our other farm-fresh categories:
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Fresh Fruit: Mint pairs beautifully with our honeydew, watermelon, and berries
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Fresh Vegetables: Add dill to cucumbers, or cilantro to fresh-picked tomatoes and peppers
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Bakery Favorites: Use mint leaves as a garnish for fresh-baked lemon bars or shortcakes from our Bakery
Pro Tip: Herb Storage
Want to make your herbs last? Here’s how:
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Mint: Store in a glass of water in the fridge like a bouquet, loosely covered with plastic
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Dill: Wrap in a damp paper towel and refrigerate in a sealed bag
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Cilantro: Trim stems, place in a jar with water, and refrigerate with a bag over the top
And don’t forget—you can freeze extras in olive oil using an ice cube tray for quick use later!
Picked Fresh, Sold Fast
Because we only offer what’s truly seasonal, our fresh herbs sell quickly. If you’re stopping by for a specific herb, we always recommend coming earlier in the day or calling ahead to check availability.
Looking to grow your own? Visit our full Spring Garden Center Herbs section in spring for plant starts including basil, oregano, thyme, and more.
Come Smell the Difference
Whether you’re preparing a feast or just adding a flourish, Goebbert’s fresh herbs bring unmatched flavor and fragrance to your kitchen. With every leaf and stem, you’re tasting the best of summer—and a tradition of freshness that’s been growing since 1948.
Visit us in South Barrington and explore what’s fresh today.
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40 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington, IL 60010
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