Speaking Roses Granted Another Patent for Advanced Flower Printer Technology

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 7, 2006--Speaking Roses International, Inc. (OTCBB:SRII), the company that invented flower embossing technology, today announced that it was granted its latest of a series of filed patents covering apparatus and process usage. This patent further strengthens its market-leading position as the sole provider of personalized floral products.

"The newest of Speaking Roses' stable of patent applications to mature to grant (7,089,860) covers the computer generation of electronic images, the sending of those images to a printing device, printing the image on to a cliche, inking the cliche and printing the image on to a flower," states Michael Kreiger, Patent Counsel for Speaking Roses. "This patent falls between the earlier patents covering engraving of a cliche and the newer patents covering direct ink application from a printer to the flower."

“The first patent issued in April 2005 protects the printing apparatus; we now have the process protected as well.”

"This new patent is a step forward in protecting our business from others copying the printing methods we developed for flowers and plants," stated Ted Lassetter, Speaking Roses CEO. "The first patent issued in April 2005 protects the printing apparatus; we now have the process protected as well."

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 International, Inc.

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, corporate events and promotions. SRII has registered the patent in over 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.

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