Spring

The Persian new year begins on the first day of spring, and many Iranians here celebrate it.

Start by pruning away dead growth on shrubs and trees caused by winter freezes. Rake back mulch from the base of perennial plants frozen to the ground so the sun may nourish new growth.

Sen. Marco Rubio is among a group of lawmakers pushing to make daylight saving time permanent. Some states have passed similar measures, but they need federal approval for them to take effect.

It's time to start gearing up for spring planting season. What should you do to prepare? What grows best in the spring and what kind of care is required?…