Once the lawn has been top dressed, regular mowings and occasional brushing are required as and when necessary throughout the winter. Brushing, swishing (using a long cane similar to a fishing rod) or using a drag mat will help dry out a lawn by breaking up water droplets on the grass and encouraging evaporation. This is a priority on the dewy mornings in Autumn and early Winter to discourage moss growth when it is wet and warm enough for growth. This can be discontinued further into the winter. Deep spiking is not to be done during winter as it ruins the turf.