South Africa's Largest Flower Grower Signs Developers Agreement With Speaking Roses International Inc.; The Agreement is the La

Speaking Roses International Inc. (OTCBB: SRII), the
company that invented patented flower embossing technology, today
announced the signing of an exclusive area development agreement with
Anro Floral Farm of Johannesburg for coordinating the wholesale and
retail expansion of Speaking Roses throughout the greater South
African region.
   Anro Floral Farm's agreement covers the territories of South
Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho, Zimbabwe and
Mozambique.
   "Expanding our floral embossing business overseas under our new
retail development plan is a major milestone for Speaking Roses," said
John Winterholler, chief executive officer of Speaking Roses. "The
personalization of gift giving with embossed flowers has near
universal appeal and the concept is being received very well
throughout the world. We are excited to have Anro Floral Farm as our
first African area developer," added Winterholler.
   Speaking Roses is redefining the Language of Flowers by combining
the sentiment of a handcrafted message with the emotion of live
flowers to create a new medium of communication. Roses can be
personalized through colors, quantities and combinations specifically
for the occasion and individual. To learn more about the Language of
Flowers or to place an order visit www.speakingroses.com or call
800-801-9855.

   About Speaking Roses

   With a unique, patented embossing technology, Speaking Roses is
able to print customized messages, pictures and logos directly on the
petals without damaging the flower. This cutting edge technology
allows customers to create a personalized gift for any occasion
including personal gifts, weddings, funerals, and corporate
promotions. SRII has registered the patent in more than 100 countries
worldwide. Full-service floral shops are opening in the United States
and internationally through the sale of area development rights,
franchising opportunities and licensing arrangements.
   This release contains certain forward-looking statements, which
reflect management's expectations regarding future events and
operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. These
forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and
uncertainties. A list of the factors that could cause actual results
to differ materially from those expressed in, or underlying, these
forward-looking statements is detailed in the company's filings with
the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as its annual and
quarterly reports.