Cresco
Cress
Micro Leaves
Special Leaves
Special Herbs
Taste of the Sea
Edible Flowers
Cresco has been growing cress in the
heart of the Netherlands’ Westland
region, one of the world’s premier
greenhouse horticulture areas, since
1958. Cresco founded cress cultivation
in the Netherlands and the company
has been nurturing a wide range
of healthy delicious treats for four
generations. Micro Sensations in
flavours, fragrances and colours.
‘Cresco’ means fast growing in Latin,
which applies as equally to the
dynamism and development of the
company as it does to our products.
These days Cresco is well recognised
as ‘the leading producer of quality
cresses’.
Exclusive cultivation method
Cresco has been a family-run
business since the start in 1958.
The company recently welcomed
the fourth generation into its fold.
The specialist cultivation method
which the Prins family developed
in the early years is essentially
still the way the cress is cultivated
today. This is something our clients
appreciate as this delivers extremely
high quality cresses. Refined tastes,
aromatic scents and a raised content
of healthy nutrients form the core of
our wonderful products.
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Since
1958
Growing
superior
quality cress
the artisan
way;
it’s what
we do.
The master’s expert
eye; ‘from seed to
strength’
Growing cresses is a real specialism.
The seeds are placed on a cultivation
medium where, under carefully
calibrated conditions, they germinate
and sprout to become small plants.
The moment these plants reach an
optimum height, they are harvested
in a process which leaves the cresses
attached to the cultivation medium.
The cultivation process is monitored
under a vigilant eye at all times, as
each type of cress from our large
selection grows at an individual pace
and demands specific cultivation
conditions. Cresco’s work method
is informed by our belief that the
best results are only achieved by
‘constantly being on top of things’;
literally casting ‘the master’s eye’.
Craft, passion and service
Our company has modernised over
the years, however some things
never change. Cresco’s central
values remain what they always
have been and are still cherished
today; cultivation with a passion
underpinned by a love for the
product. Today, as in previous times,
our clients can always rely entirely
on us. Service with a capital S. And if
it is within our power, we try every
day to do just that little bit extra, run
just that bit faster. We are certainly
not satisfied until your customers
are. Our clients truly appreciate this
approach.
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Cress
With their refined distinct taste and aromatic fragrance, our cresses are the ideal garnish for
any dish. The raised concentrations of healthy nutrients mean our cresses are also the sensible
and healthy choice, offering the optimum final flourish to any meal.
Anise Drop Cress
Basil Cress
Borage Cress
Broccoli Cress
Aniseed, fine liquorice
Mild, a sweet bite of basil
Mild, pleasant cucumber
Sweet, mild cabbage
China Radish Cress
Citrus Balm Cress
Citrus Cress
Coriander Cress
Sweet, peppery
Fresh lemon
Lemony and spicy
Warm, nutty, a hint of
fresh citrus
Daikon Cress
Flat Parsley Cress
Garlic Chives
Lime Cress
Spicy radish
Sharp parsley
Garlic, onion
Fresh lime
Mizuna Cress
Mustard Cress
Purple Basil Cress
Red Amaranth Cress
Spicy, mild mustard
Spicy mustard kick
Spicy, fruity
Sweet beetroot, spinach
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Cresco
Medaillon
The medallion of Cresco proves our way of doing
business, a fairly, passionate way based on our
authentic products which create happiness
and contribute in making the world healthier
and more beautiful.
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Red Cabbage Cress
Red Mustard Cress
Red Radish Cress
Red Vein Sorrel Cress
Sweet cabbage
Fiery mustard
Seasonable, peppery, radish
Lime, sharp apples
Rucola Cress
Shiso Green Cress
Snow Pea Leaves
Sun Cress
Nutty
Aniseed, citrus (Japanese Mint)
Fresh sweet pea
Sweet, nutty
Wheat Grass
Thaise Basil Cress
Thyme Cress
Toona Sinensis Cress
Sweet
Punchy aniseed, liquorice
Very soft thyme
Nutty
Garden Cress
Shiso Purper Cress
Fresh, peppery, mustard
Aniseed, cumin (Japanese Mint)
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MicroLeaves
Our Micro Leaf collection not only tastes superb, it is also very useful. Micro Leaves are
ideal for the rapid preparation of salads, garnishes and sandwiches. The Micro Leaves
ensure that your customers can prepare and present something special. Here we offer
a selection of the total range. Curious to see our total collection? Ask your distributor.
Micro Flat Parsley
Micro Greek Cress
Micro Celery
Micro Coriander
Punchy parsley
Peppery
Celery, lemon
Strong, zestful lemon
Micro Thyme
Micro Red Amaranth
Micro Red Chard
Micro Red Mustard Frills
Very soft thyme
Mild beetroot
Bitter beetroot
Potato with fiery mustard
Micro Red Pak Choi
Micro Red Vein Sorrel
Micro Salad Fennel
Micro Salad Rocket
Mild cabbage
Sharp lime, apples
Aniseed
Peppery, nutty
Sun Shoots
Tendrill Pea
Nutty
Sweet pea
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Micro Oriental Mix
Tempting mix of oriental Micro Leaves
Micro Salad Mix
Combination of Micro Salad Leaves
Chef Blend Mix
Combination of Micro Salad Leaves and Edible Flowers
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SpecialLeaves
The Special Leaves collection is an assortment of quality leaves and herbs, unique in shape,
taste and colour. Exclusive appearance combined with distinctive taste ensure our Special
Leaves collection is particularly suited for elevating dishes to the highest level.
Alaskan Nastrium
Ananas Munt
Aztec Sweet Leaves
Bleu Pepe Nastrium
Peppery
Fresh pineapple, mint
Spicy, honey
Extra peppery
Bronze Fennel
Buckler Sorrel Leaves
Champi Leaves
Chocolate Mint Leaves
Star anise
Lemony
Mushroom, slightly nutty
Chocolate with a hint of mint
Citrus Verbena
Citrus Leaves
Fresh, citrus, mint
Cucumber Mouse
Melon
Curry Leaves
Sweet, vibrant lime
Curry, warm, aromatic
Fresh cucumber, slightly sour
Lucky Clover
Olive Tops
Pelar Leaves
Popcorn Shoots
Crisp, sour
Olive
Mint, apple
Lovely sweet, liquorice
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Herbs Leaves
Aromatic
Sea Leaves
Salty
Purple Butterfly Sorrel
Radish Tadpoles
Lemon
Spicy, peppery radish
Cress Leaves
Spicy
Shiso Green/Purple
Leaves
Wild Garlic
Very strong garlic
Spicy mint (Japanese mint)
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Taste of the Sea
If you appreciate a slightly salty taste, you will appreciate our Taste of the Sea collection.
The selection consists of a wide range of sea vegetables with a distinctive sea-salt flavour.
Taste of the Sea products are particularly tasty when eaten with fish dishes.
Sea Leaves
Okahijki
Oyster leaf
Sea Beets
Peppery at first, then salty
Sweet and salty
Salty spinach, mild beetroot
Sea Buckshorn
Sea Purslane
Slightly peppery, nutty, salty bite
Slightly oily, briny sea salt
Taste of the Sea
Micro Mix
Tasty Sea Flowers
Rock Sea Fennel Blossom
Oyster Leaf and Flower
Micro Mix
Fennel, aniseed
Salty
Contains several products from
the Taste of the Sea collection
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Sea Vegetables
Ice Lettuce
Sea Rosemary
Sea Nibbels
Boost of freshness, refreshing lemon
Aromatic stalks, hint of sea salt
Soft and smooth, hint of sea salt
Sea Fennel
Samphire
Fennel, aniseed
Salty
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EdibleFlowers
Our Edible Flowers are the ultimate choice for a presentation that is as surprising and
impressive as it is attractive. The wonderful flower forms combined with their outstanding
colours make these products particularly suited for styling dishes. The beauty of our Edible
Flower collection however is not only in their appearance, the exquisite taste complements
their distinct scent.
Aphrodite Blossom
ABC Button
Aztec Sweet Buttons
BlackCurrant Sage
Sharp apple
Sparkling
Aromatic, honey
Blackcurrant, bitter sage
Borage Flowers
Butterfly Flowers
Capucine Blossom
Dill Crown
Fresh cucumber
Sour lemon
Sweet, spicy, watercress
Dill, mint, aniseed
Fleur the Cucumber
Mini Violetta
Pea-Bean Flowers
Roses
Sweet cucumber
Sweet citrus
Sweet pea
Citrus
Tagetus Anijs Blossom
A mixture of flowers
Aniseed, tarragon
A blend of flavours
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Sustainable
We work with respect for man,
nature and the environment; for
us this is the most normal thing in
the world. For example we never
use pesticides, preferring to keep
our cresses healthy by harnessing
nature.
When sowing, harvesting and
packing we record our cresses
in batches. This means that our
products can always be traced to
our company in the chain and of
course we are always proud and
happy to have our products linked
to our company. The kind of reliance
that inspires you as well as your
customers, the end consumers.
We are also Global-Gap certified and
our garden cress carries the EKO
quality symbol.
For hygienic considerations we avoid
surface water, preferring to use tap
water in the cultivation process
to limit the possibility of negative
external influencers and to safeguard
the highest quality.
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to the roots
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The finishing to
Micro
Sensations
in flavour,
fragrances
and colours.
Our selection of cresses is
exceptional. Not only do we deliver
products of the very highest quality
daily, they also taste superb.
Our ‘Micro Sensations’ guarantee
a taste sensation on your clients’
plates; sensational taste, fragrance
and colour, making them the perfect
addition to your selection palette.
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Stylish
packaging
A quality product such as Cresco
cress demands exceptional
presentation. As with the cresses,
our packaging is also guaranteed
to please your customers. From
attractive transparent sleeves and
practical, convenient containers
for our micro-leaves to colourful
impressive outer cartons offering a
good view of the products, and of
course all in our ‘Micro Sensations’
branding style.
Do you require a themed packaging?
Please do not hesitate to ask, we
always welcome the opportunity
of thinking in tandem with you. At
Cresco your wish is our command!
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Vijverberglaan 2a, 2675 LC Honselersdijk, Westland - The Netherlands
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