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Question:

we have some gladiola bulbs and vermiculite we want to store them for the winter can they placed in paper bag?

can they be stored in paper bags in the basement

Answer:

They are not the same but they have many oft the same uses. Perlite is a type of volcanic glass, hydrated to some degree. Vermiculite is made from different micas, also hydrated minerals. When they are heated they expand (sort of like popcorn and for the same reason). IT too is used to loosen soil. FOr your square foot garden either product will work. The perlite will stay perlite and loosen your soil longer. THe vermiculite will very very slowly break down, adding a natural clay to the soil. Over years.
They are not the same thing ( e.g. chemistry or mineral origins) but sharing similar characteristics, they can be used for the same purpose as a soil density reducer/supplement.--usually for making potting soils lighter while retaining bulk. This makes transporting a shipment of potted plants much lighter. Either can be used as a light weight soil conditioner and should be fully exchangeable volume for volume. ...

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