Wanna-Be Gardener

I don't know how and I don't know if it's too late weather-wise, and I don't know if these things will even grow in Washington state, but nevertheless...

Things I want to grow

Napa cabbage
Dill
Purple cabbage
Tomatoes
Spinach
Scallions
Cilantro
Jalapeños
Red & yellow bell peppers
Cucumbers
Lettuce

Things already in our backyard

Kiwi
Japanese Pears
Apples
Plums
Strawberries
Parsley
Rosemary
Chives
Figs
Mint

No, I did not plant the things already growing in our backyard. But I love them.

If you have any tips on anything I'd like to grow then please share. If you have any tips on drying herbs, please help. I have harvested several but need to dry them.