Roserade Best Moveset
Elite special coverage at 125 Sp. Atk on 90 Speed cooldowns. Grass and Poison dual TermStab fires fast with serious power. 105 Sp. Def holds the special side while 60/65 physical bulk doesn't last. The moveset doesn't need Mega access to compete at this stat level.
Grass/Poison with Natural Cure and 125 Sp. Atk in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Spikes plus Toxic Spikes on a fast special attacker. Set hazards and hit hard on the same turn.
Best Moves
Best Build
Roserade best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Support Moveset
- Toxic Spikes
- Hidden Power Fire
- Spikes
- Sleep Powder
Recommended Teammates
Same Spikes plus Sleep Powder formula in Gen V (Black & White). 125 Sp. Atk made Roserade one of the few hazard setters that could threaten KOs while doing its job.
Wall Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Toxic Spikes
- Weather Ball
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Three gens of consistent performance in Gen VI (X & Y). Natural Cure healed Toxic and Thunder Wave on switch-out, and Roserade set Spikes better than most options.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Giga Drain
- Energy Ball
- Sleep Powder
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Faster hazard setters and terrain effects from the Tapus limited Sleep Powder. Roserade's niche was shrinking.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Giga Drain
- Leech Seed
- Hidden Power Fire
Recommended Teammates
Same level in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Spikes were still useful, but other Grass-types offered more defensive utility or offensive presence.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Leaf Storm
- Sleep Powder
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Roserade Weakness
Roserade's Grass/Poison typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Ice, Flying, and Psychic. The Grass/Poison typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. Roserade's special bulk (base 105 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 Roserade Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Roserade
Blaziken threatens a KO with Flare Blitz (288-339%). Baxcalibur deals 54-64% with Icicle Spear.
 Hatterene PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Bounce ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Roserade View Hatterene builds →Nuzzle3-4% | ||
 Blaziken FireFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySpeed Boost ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Roserade View Blaziken builds →Close Combat72-85% Flare Blitz 2x288-339%KO | ||
 Baxcalibur DragonIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThermalexchange ItemLoaded Dice NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Roserade View Baxcalibur builds →Icicle Spear 2x54-64% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityIntrepidsword ItemRustedsword NatureJolly Moves View Zacian-Crowned builds →
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Evolution
Roserade evolved from Budew's chain using an evolution item. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Budew eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Budew pushed Roserade to 515 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +75. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Roserade
moderate rates for Roserade across 2 locations in endgame routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Roserade in LZA
The path to Roserade starts with Budew at Lv. 5-64 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BudewWild Zone 2Lv.5-6OverworldLegends: Z-A- Step 3Roserade ✓Wild Zone 20Lv.53-54OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Roselia (Step 2)
1 encounter spots for Roserade at decent spawn rates starting from early-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Roserade in PLA
To get Roserade, start by catching Budew through walking encounters at Lv. 6-46. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch BudewGolden LowlandsLv.17-20GrassRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve RoseliaGapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassRate 15%Cloudpool RidgeLv.25-28GrassRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46GrassRate 15%or evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Step 3Roserade ✓Cloudpool RidgeLv.6-28GrassRate 15%or evolve from Roselia (Step 2)
No wild encounters for Roserade. The 3-stage chain runs through Budew, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Roserade in BDSP
To get Roserade, start by catching Budew through walking encounters at Lv. 4-54. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch BudewEterna 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 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 3Roserade ✓
No wild encounters for Roserade. The 3-stage chain runs through Budew, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Roserade in SwSh
The path to Roserade starts with Budew at Lv. 7-45 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BudewEast 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 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 3Roserade ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Roserade egg.
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward special damage here. Roserade's Sp. Atk does the work, HP pays the price. But you're still getting 3 Sp. Atk EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
After captivating opponents with its sweet scent, it lashes them with its thorny whips.
Roserade Guide
Roserade looks average on paper at 515 BST. But Natural Cure is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier wallbreaker on our tier list.
Watch for Infernape (Fire), Lapras (Ice), and Aerodactyl (Flying) when using Roserade. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Psychic-type attackers are also a problem.
Roserade gets Natural Cure, Poison Point, and Technician. But Natural Cure is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. Natural Cure synergizes with Roserade's base 105 Sp.Def, letting it soak special attacks as a pivot.
Roserade is a special attacker with base 125 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Run Sludge Bomb, Giga Drain, Dazzling Gleam, and Shadow Ball on Roserade. Sludge Bomb is the most common pick at 0% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Since Diamond & Pearl, Roserade has been in 13 games. Requiring an item-based evolution to obtain means it's consistently available but requires more effort than simply catching it in the wild.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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