Free switch-ins on Dragon moves make Florges useful in any team that needs that coverage. Only 2 weaknesses keeps it safe in most matchups. Part of the Gen 6 roster. Needs some investment to avoid getting outsped.
The stat bars tell the story: Sp. Def carries everything and Attack's dead weight. But this Garden Pokemon still yields 3 Sp. Def EVs per fight on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It is said that there was once a Florges that protected the garden of a castle for over 300 years.
This Pokémon battles by drawing forth the power of yellow flowers. It ruthlessly punishes anyone who tramples on flowering plants.
Florges Weakness
GoodFlorges's Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison and Steel moves. It shrugs off Dragon-type attacks completely. Florges's special bulk (base 154 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Florges evolved from Flabébé's chain using an evolution item. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Flabébé eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Flabebe pushed Florges to 552 total stats. Sp.Def saw the largest single gain at +75.
How to Evolve
Breed with Florges to get Flabebe eggs from the Fairy egg group. Notable egg moves include Camouflage, Captivate, Copycat.
Flowerveil isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Wikiberry for extra utility and a spread EV build EVs, Florges fills the special attacker slot reliably. Modest nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Best Florges Moveset
- Protect
- Helping Hand
- Moonblast
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
The natural movepool does the job, but Camouflage and Captivate from the egg pool give Florges something extra. Pair those with Moonblast and Dazzling Gleam for STAB and Grass and Normal coverage for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
No wild encounters for Florges in Sun & Moon. Bring Flabébé over from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Florges in Sun & Moon
Florges works as a tank with 552 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 154 base Sp. Def does the heavy lifting.
Flower Veil protects friendly grass Pokémon from having their stats lowered by other Pokémon — that's the one you want on Florges. Symbiosis is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Florges is a special attacker with base 112 Sp. Atk. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 75 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. Fits the tank role.
Florges appears in 6 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Since X & Y, Florges has been obtainable in 6 games. A Generation 6 debut means a shorter history, but Florges has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXYDebut
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A