Speaking Roses International Inc. Adds Spain to Its Growing List of International Markets; Area Development Agreement Signed wi

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
Opfutur Gestion S.L. for coordinating the wholesale and retail
expansion of Speaking Roses in Spain.
   "The area development agreement grants Opfutur Gestion the
exclusive rights to develop the retail and wholesale market within
Spain. This new relationship with Opfutur Gestion represents a major
opportunity for Speaking Roses to be associated with a reputable group
that has a sizable network of florists in place," said Chad Harris,
Speaking Roses International's development director.
   With more than 40 years in the floral business, Opfutur Gestion is
Spain's largest and most established floral grower, with weekly
distribution to 800 retail floral shops throughout the country.
Production facilities that produce 10 million roses per year are
located in the coastal city of Alicante, Spain.
   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. In addition to life's everyday
special occasions, Speaking Roses have been used for high-profile
events, including Hollywood awards shows, celebrity birthdays and
major sporting events. Speaking Roses products can be purchased
directly online at www.speakingroses.com, or by calling 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.