why won’t my cabbage heads get solid and firm?

Question

My cabbage heads are leafy, but not firm and solid. Are they missing some kind of nutrient?

Answer 1

There are some varieties of cabbage that don't head. If you're sure you have a type that is supposed to form a head, there are a number of possibilities why it may not. This article will give you some clues: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cabbage/cabbage-head-formation.htm