I only grow outdoors and exclusively with mutants; I’ve been dedicated to them for four years now, and I grow using only organic and natural methods.
I introduce certain elements such as mycorrhizae, plant ferments, herbivore manure, minerals and fossilised algae.
As for pesticides, I use only organic products, such as fermented substances or diatomaceous earth, etc.
The plant is fantastic and I can send you photos. From germination to the stage with five internodes, growth is slow – partly due to its basic genetics and partly because of its palm-like foliage, (it photosynthesises less); it doesn’t tolerate waterlogging any better than other plants (it immediately stops vegetative growth after just three overly generous waterings on soil that’s too damp). Once it reaches five internodes, growth accelerates significantly.
It responds very well to mulching and top-dressing; it loves fermented fertilisers and, compared to the Humboldt strains, has so far caused fewer problems with magnesium (slightly purple stems, but only a few).
As for the smell and flavour, I’ll let you know – I haven’t done any topping or used other techniques; I’m waiting until autumn to give you further updates.