How much sun does Fremont'S Goosefoot need?

Fremont'S Goosefoot grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Fremont'S Goosefoot bloom?

Fremont'S Goosefoot blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Fremont'S Goosefoot native?

Fremont'S Goosefoot (Chenopodium fremontii) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Fremont'S Goosefoot attract?

Fremont'S Goosefoot draws bees and beetles.

Is Fremont'S Goosefoot HOA-friendly?

Fremont'S Goosefoot takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Fremont'S Goosefoot

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Chenopodium fremontii

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Fremont'S Goosefoot (Chenopodium fremontii) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–24" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Fremont's goosefoot is a compact annual wildflower with small, triangular leaves and inconspicuous flower clusters. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and poor soils, blooming from July through September. It typically reaches 6-24 inches tall with a modest spread.

In an HOA neighborhood

Fremont'S Goosefoot takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Looks very weedy and informal
May be mistaken for unwanted volunteer plants
Annual nature creates gaps in landscaping

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. Seeds provide food for birds and small wildlife in fall.

Common questions

How much sun does Fremont'S Goosefoot need?: Fremont'S Goosefoot grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Fremont'S Goosefoot bloom?: Fremont'S Goosefoot blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Fremont'S Goosefoot native?: Fremont'S Goosefoot (Chenopodium fremontii) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Fremont'S Goosefoot attract?: Fremont'S Goosefoot draws bees and beetles.
Is Fremont'S Goosefoot HOA-friendly?: Fremont'S Goosefoot takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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