Budew Best Moveset
Early-chain Grass/Poison stats at 50 Sp. Atk and 55 Speed barely register in combat. The moveset is building through Roselia toward Roserade's 125 Sp. Atk at 90 Speed, where the damage finally justifies the cooldowns.
Budew was a niche pick at best in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum), rarely seen in standard play. This was Budew's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Poison Point with Black Sludge, favoring a Bold nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Budew best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Energy Ball
- Protect
- Spikes
- Synthesis
Recommended Teammates
Budew was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. Budew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Natural Cure with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Synthesis
- Spikes
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Budew was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Budew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Poison Point with Assault Vest, favoring a Modest nature.
Utility Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Energy Ball
- Leaf Storm
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Budew was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Budew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Natural Cure with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Giga Drain
- Spikes
- Synthesis
Budew was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Budew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Natural Cure with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Toxic
- Sludge Bomb
- Leaf Storm
- Sleep Powder
Recommended Teammates
Budew Weakness
Type-wise, Budew takes extra damage from Fire, Ice, Flying, and Psychic. 5 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Budew's special bulk (base 70 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Flying, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Fighting, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass |
What is Budew Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Budew
Kyurem can KO Budew with Draco Meteor (129-152%). Arcanine threatens a KO with Flare Blitz (352-414%). Staraptor's Double-Edge also KOs at 187-220%.
 Kyurem DragonIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLoaded Dice NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Budew View Kyurem builds →Icicle Spear 2x62-73% Draco Meteor129-152%KO | ||
 Arcanine Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Budew View Arcanine builds →Extreme Speed78-92% Flare Blitz 2x352-414%KO | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Budew View Staraptor builds →Close Combat62-73% U Turn73-86% Double Edge187-220%KO | ||
 Gardevoir PsychicFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTrace ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Budew View Gardevoir builds →Moonblast46-54% Psychic 2x174-205%KO | ||
Evolution
This is the baby stage. Budew grows into Roselia by leveling up. Want more? Breed the adults. Baby Pokemon sit in the Undiscovered egg group. Evolving adds up to 235 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
How to Get Budew
A few locations for Budew with moderate rates across early-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Budew in LZA
To get Budew, start by catching Budew through walking encounters at Lv. 5-64. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Budew ✓Wild Zone 2Lv.5-6OverworldLegends: Z-A
Step 2Catch or Evolve into RoseliaWild Zone 7Lv.20-22OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into RoseradeWild Zone 20Lv.53-54OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Roselia (Step 2)
A few locations for Budew with decent spawn rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Budew in PLA
To get Budew, start by catching Budew through walking encounters at Lv. 6-46. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Budew ✓Golden LowlandsLv.17-20GrassRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into RoseliaGapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassRate 15%Cloudpool RidgeLv.25-28GrassRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46GrassRate 15%or evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into RoseradeCloudpool RidgeLv.6-28GrassRate 15%or evolve from Roselia (Step 2)
Easy grab on Budew with high spawn rates across 36 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Budew in BDSP
Budew is your first catch on the way to Budew. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 4-54 across 59 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Budew ✓Eterna ForestLv.10-12GrassRate 29%Morning/dayRoute 204 - SouthLv.4-5GrassRate 25%Morning/dayRoute 204 - NorthLv.6-7GrassRate 25%Morning/dayEterna ForestLv.11-12GrassRate 19%NightRoute 204 - SouthLv.4-5GrassRate 15%NightRoute 204 - NorthLv.6-7GrassRate 15%NightRoute 212 - NorthLv.16GrassRate 30%Grassland CaveLv.16-20CaveRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveSpacious CaveLv.16-20CaveStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveGreat Marsh - Area 5Lv.20FloorRate 10%Morning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 6Lv.20FloorRate 10%Morning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 3Lv.22FloorRate 10%Morning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 4Lv.22FloorRate 10%Morning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 1Lv.24FloorRate 10%Morning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 2Lv.24FloorRate 10%Morning/day
Step 2Catch or Evolve into RoseliaTrophy GardenLv.16-17GrassRate 30%Route 212 - SouthLv.18-20GrassRate 25%Morning/dayRoute 212 - NorthLv.16-17GrassRate 15%Route 212 - SouthLv.18-20GrassRate 15%NightBogsunk CavernLv.16-20GrassGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveSwampy CaveLv.16-20GrassRoute 221Lv.29GrassRate 10%Route 224Lv.52-54GrassRate 20%Route 225Lv.51GrassShining PearlRate 15%Route 229Lv.50GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 10%Route 225Lv.51GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 5%or evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into Roserade
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 22 locations. Budew's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Budew in SwSh
The path to Budew starts with Budew at Lv. 7-45 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Budew ✓East Lake AxewellLv.8-12CaveRate 45%OvercastRolling FieldsLv.7-9GrassSwordRate 35%OvercastRolling FieldsLv.7-10GrassShieldRate 35%OvercastDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 35%Normal WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.8-14OverworldRate 5%OvercastDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%Heavy FogDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%ThunderstormDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%RainingDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%OvercastDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%Intense SunRoute 4Lv.13-15GrassRate 4%All WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.27-29GrassRate 10%Normal Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve into RoseliaSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 30%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 20%Intense SunGiant's MirrorLv.27-29GrassRate 20%OvercastAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 40%OvercastDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 10%Overcastor evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into RoseradeBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Roserade egg.
Base Stats
Sp. Def and Speed carry most of Budew's stat budget. Attack's the obvious dump stat. Easy to catch and yields 1 Sp. Atk EV. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
The pollen it releases contains poison. If this Pokémon is raised on clean water, the poison’s toxicity is increased.
Budew Guide
You can run Budew through the first few routes without issues. 280 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Roselia as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 13 titles since its debut in Diamond & Pearl, Budew spans 7 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in a solid number of games.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves