In order for cabbage to grow truly large, it is not enough simply to water the beds regularly. During the period of head formation it requires additional nutrition. Exactly now the plant spends the most strength, and the future harvest depends directly on the feeding.

Experienced gardeners have long used a simple organic fertilizer that helps cabbage more quickly gain mass, makes the heads dense and juicy.

How to prepare the solution

You will need:

1 liter of well-rotted cow manure; 10 liters of water; 1 tablespoon of wood ash.

Mix everything thoroughly and leave to infuse for 2–3 hours.

How to feed correctly

Before applying the fertilizer be sure to water the bed with ordinary water. Then under each plant pour approximately 1 liter of the prepared solution, trying not to get on the leaves.

Such a feeding is recommended to carry out once every 10–14 days while the heads are actively gaining weight.

What else will help obtain a rich harvest

Cabbage loves moisture very much, therefore the soil must remain moderately moist. Drying out even for a few days can slow growth and make the heads loose. After watering it is desirable to slightly loosen the earth or mulch it with mown grass — this way moisture will be preserved significantly longer.

Do not forget to regularly examine the plantings. If caterpillars or slugs damage the leaves, the plant spends strength not on the formation of the head, but on recovery.

With timely watering, correct feeding and good care cabbage will thank with strong, heavy and juicy heads that will pleasantly surprise with their sizes and will store excellently until winter itself.

This material was prepared by the editorial team using artificial intelligence tools. All information has been verified and edited before publication.