The cold just motivates me to keep moving faster. LOL My biggest problem is cold hands when hosing off the clumps. I hate wearing gloves but sometimes have no choice. I've been slacking a little this year partly due to being spoiled (again!) by the mild weather. Once I get started I only have one speed that's called, "Get outta my way!" Hardest thing is getting started. The rest of the job goes pretty fast.
I've always been amazed at the amount of water that comes out of some of the cut stalks. I'll swear some of the big ones must have had a cup. I don't worry about it since I divide the tubers after allowing a couple days to dry. My only concern is the few that I bag as whole clumps. But I think turning them upside down for a day or so should drain out enough water to prevent any rot.
I have four boxes of freezer bags, a bag each of vermiculite and cedar shavings and a couple rolls of Saran Wrap on stand-by. It's time to get serious!
