Goebbert’s Garden Center
Grow Your Own Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs
If you’d like your home garden filled with fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs, Goebbert’s Garden Center in South Barrington has everything you need. With over 70 years of farming expertise, we pride ourselves on offering a robust selection of fruit, vegetables, and herbs to inspire backyard growers, health enthusiasts, and garden lovers alike.
Create a vibrant edible garden with Goebbert’s. Learn the best herbs to grow, explore exclusive fruit & vegetable varieties, and get practical tips for success.
Available Vegetables & Fruit to Grow
From juicy tomatoes to crisp cucumbers, growing your own vegetables isn’t just rewarding; it’s delicious!
Beans, Beets, Blackberries, Blueberries, Broccoli, Brussel Sprout, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Celery (German), Collards, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Grapes, Muskmelon, Okra, Onion, Peppers, Pumpkin, Parsley, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Squash, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Zucchini
Cucumbers
Featured Varieties
A top-seller at Goebbert’s, cucumbers are easy to grow and incredibly versatile.
Regular Cucumbers
Ordinary cucumbers, extraordinary taste and freshness—experience the difference when they’re grown in your own garden.
Burpless Cucumbers
Perfect for salads with a mild, crisp taste. Burpless cucumbers are bred to have thin skin and lower levels of cucurbitacin, making them easy to digest.
Pickling Cucumbers
Why not try making homemade pickles using fresh, home-grown cucumbers? This smaller variety delivers the perfect crispness and crunch for delicious, flavorful pickles.
Tomatoes
Our Tastiest Selections
One of the most versatile vegetables, tomatoes are a garden favorite at Goebbert’s.
Celebrity
Known for consistent yields and juicy flavor.
Primo Red
An early ripening variety with rich, deep-red fruits.
Cherry Tomatoes
Bite-sized and sweet, perfect for snacking or salads.
Grape Tomatoes
A small, elongated variety bursting with flavor.
All Available Tomato Varieties
Beefsteak, Betterboy, Big Beef, Big Boy, Black Cherry, Brandywine, Campbell 1327, Celebrity, Cherokee Purple, Early Girl, Grape, Large Cherry, Marglobe, Mexican Tomato, Mountain Fresh, Patio Tomato, Primo Red, Roma, Rutgers, San Marzano, Sun Ray – Non Acid, Sunbeam, Sweet 100’s, Tomatillo, Yellow Grape, Yellow Tomato
Peppers
Fresh Bell Peppers & Spicy Peppers
All our peppers are hybrids to ensure better yield and disease resistance.
Lady Bell (Green Bell Pepper)
Crisp, sweet, and versatile.
Gypsy Peppers
A smooth, sweet, pale yellow pepper.
Jalapeño
Adds just the right amount of heat to any dish.
Melrose
Sweet red peppers perfect for roasting or stuffing.
Hot Banana Peppers
Tangy with a mild heat.
All Available Pepper Varieties
Ancho (Poblano), Banana (Hot), Banana (Sweet), Blushing Beauty (White), Cayenne (Hot), Early Sunsation, Cherry (Hot), Cherry (Sweet), Gypsy, Habanero, Jalapeno, King Arthur, Lilac, Lady Bell (Green Peppers), Melrose, Purple Beauty (Purple), Serrano, Super Cayenne, Super/Red Chili, Valencia (Sweet), Yum Yum
Herbs
No edible garden is complete without aromatic herbs. Whether you’re cooking up fresh pesto or garnishing a cocktail, Goebbert’s offers a diverse range of herbs to suit every kitchen.
Our Most Popular Herbs for Your Garden
Many of these herbs are low-maintenance, making them perfect for first-time gardeners.
Basil
A staple for Italian dishes.
Cilantro
Perfect for tacos, salsas and marinades.
Thyme (Golden, Lemon, Lime)
Elevates soups, stews, and roasted vegetables.
Oregano (Regular, Greek)
A flavor-packed herb ideal for Mediterranean cooking.
Full Selection of Herbs & Spices
Basil, Catnip, Cat Nip, Chives, Cilantro, Curry, Dill, Fennel, Lavender (Fern, Munstead, French Frin), Lavender Fern, Lavender Munstead, Lavender French Frin, Lemon Verbena, Lemon Balm, Mint (Curly, Peppermint, Spearmint, Pineapple, Chocolate Peppermint), Mint Curly, Mint Peppermint, Mint Choc Peppermint, Mint Pineapple, Mint Spearmint, Oregano, Oregano (Greek), Rosemary, Sage (Golden, Purple, Pineapple, Tricolor), Sage Golden, Sage Pineapple, Sage Purple, Sage Tri Color, Stevia, Sweet Marjoram, Summer Savory, Tarragon (French), Thyme (Golden, Lemon, Lime), Thyme Golden, Thyme Lemon, Thyme Lime
A Family Legacy of Growing and Community
Goebbert’s Farm humbly began in 1948 as a roadside vegetable stand in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Since then, our family-run farm has grown into a beloved community destination, known for seasonal produce, vibrant flowers, and family-friendly events.
Our Spring Garden Center is the heart of this tradition, offering vegetable plants, herbs, and garden essentials hand-selected to thrive in the Midwest climate.
5 Quick Tips for Growing Vegetables and Herbs
To help you make the most of your garden, here are five easy tips from our experts at Goebbert’s:
Not sure where to start? Need more than just quick tips? Our team is happy to provide planting advice during your visit.
1. Choose the Right Spot
Most vegetables and herbs need 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
2. Start Smart
Plant early-season crops, like broccoli and cabbage, in spring. Wait until after Chicagoland’s last frost for heat-loving plants like tomatoes and cucumbers.
3. Water Consistently
Water deeply and regularly to keep plants healthy.
4. Feed the Soil
Use compost or organic fertilizer to give your plants the nutrients they need to thrive.
5. Harvest Often
Regular harvesting encourages more growth, especially for herbs and greens.
More Than Gardening
At Goebbert’s, gardening is just the beginning. Throughout the year, we host interactive workshops, seasonal events, and community activities to celebrate the joy of growing together. Sign up for our Loyal Gardening Club to stay updated on upcoming offerings and discounts.
From the Spring Garden Center to our famous Fall Festival, there’s always something happening at Goebbert’s!
Why Goebbert’s is Ideal for Gardeners
When you visit our Spring Garden Center, you’ll find the largest selection of vegetable and herb plants in the northwest suburbs. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned grower, our curated collection has something for everyone.
Your One-Stop Shop for Vegetables and Herbs
- Top-Quality Plants: We grow 90% of our offerings to ensure healthy, thriving plants.
- Local Expertise: Generations of knowledge about the Midwest growing climate.
- Extensive Variety: From classic favorites to unique finds, we cater to all gardening dreams.
Grow with Goebbert’s Today
Whether you’re looking to cultivate fragrant herbs, grow garden-fresh vegetables, or simply enjoy the magic of gardening, Goebbert’s Garden Center is your go-to destination. With our expert advice and unmatched plant selection, your garden is sure to flourish.
Stop by our South Barrington farm this spring and discover why families and gardeners have trusted Goebbert’s since 1948. Let’s grow something wonderful together.