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 claims exquisite flower gardens as its territory, and it obtains power from basking in the energy emitted by flowering plants.
In times long past, governors of castles would invite Florges to create flower gardens to embellish the castle domains.
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.
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Florges sticks around, and the Calm nature reinforces special wall. Wish handles sustain while Flowerveil does work passively.
Best Build
Best Florges Moveset
- Moonblast
- Wish
- Aromatherapy
- Calm Mind
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
Can't catch Florges directly. Start with Flabébé at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve through a special method. The 3-stage chain from Flabébé to Florges is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Florges in X & Y
To get Florges, start by catching Flabébé through walking encounters at Lv. 6-14. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch FlabébéEFFORTLESSRoute 4XGrassLv.6-8CommonEarlyRouteRed FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 4YGrassLv.6-8CommonEarlyRouteYellow FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 4YGrassLv.6-8CommonEarlyRouteRed FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 4XGrassLv.6-8CommonEarlyRouteYellow FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 7YGrassLv.12-14CommonEarlyRouteBlue FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 7XGrassLv.12-14CommonEarlyRouteYellow FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 7XGrassLv.12-14CommonEarlyRouteBlue FlowerEFFORTLESSRoute 7YGrassLv.12-14CommonEarlyRouteYellow FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4XGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteRed FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4YGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteYellow FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4YGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteRed FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4XGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteYellow FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteOrange FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteOrange FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteOrange FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteYellow FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteOrange FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.7RareEarlyRouteYellow FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4YGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4YGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteRed FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4XGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 4XGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteRed FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7YGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite FlowerCHALLENGINGRoute 7XGrassLv.8RareEarlyRouteWhite Flower
Step 2Evolve into Floette
Step 3Florges ✓
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