By systematizing and planning ahead he was able to accomplish an unbelievable amount.

The earliest rush of spring drug gathering was over.

He could be more deliberate in collecting the barks he wanted.

Flowers that were to be gathered at bloom time and leaves were not yet ready.

The heavy leaf coverings he had helped the winds to heap on his beds of lily of the valley, bloodroot, and sarsaparilla were removed carefully.
Inside the cabin the Harvester cleaned the glass, swept the floors with a soft cloth pinned over the broom, and hung pale yellow blinds at the windows.