UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County

Fall Garden Fair Herbs

Events Calendar > Fall Garden Fair

There are many herbs that grow well, or even best, in the cool season in Santa Clara County. Fall is also a great time to plant perennial herbs because it lets them get well established during our rainy season.

Listed below are the herb seedlings that we will be offering.

Herb list

Photo: University of California

Cilantro, OP
Fresh cilantro leaves have an intense and tangy flavor. Allow the seeds to develop for fresh coriander seeds. 10 inches tall. Space plants 6 to 8 inches apart. Annual

Cilantro Confetti, OP
Slow-to-bolt gourmet variety with more subtly flavored, feathery leaves. Grows 18 to 24 inches tall. Space plants 12 to 15 inches apart. 

Parsley Italian Flat, OP
Prized variety for culinary use. 12 inches tall. Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart. Biennial but best planted as an annual