{"product_id":"oak-leaf-fruit-picker-pole-with-basket-13-ft-telescoping-harvest-tool-lightweight-rust-resistant","title":"Oak Leaf Fruit Picker Pole with Basket — 13 ft Telescoping Harvest Tool, Lightweight \u0026 Rust-Resistant","description":"\u003cb\u003eOak Leaf Fruit Picker Pole with Basket is a telescoping harvesting tool that reaches high branches up to 13 ft (extendable with poles) to safely collect fruit without ladders.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for home orchards, urban gardens and seasonal harvests, this Oak Leaf fruit picker combines a sturdy iron basket, lightweight stainless-steel poles and easy-to-use hand clamps so you can pick apples, pears, peaches and other tree fruit with less effort and no ladder. The kit includes a non-slip handle and multiple 16.3\" extension poles that slip together to reach 5.5 ft, 8 ft, 13 ft and — when standing — up to about 20 ft in reach. Anti-rust coatings and a foam pad protect fruit from bruising while the tool’s low weight helps reduce wrist and back strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the adjustable length work, and how far can I reach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pole system uses a 16.1\" handle plus nine 16.3\" extension sections that lock together by hand-tightened double metal clamps. You add or remove extension pieces to set the pole to common useful lengths quickly without tools. When fully assembled and used from the ground with reach and arm extension, many users can access branches up to roughly 20 ft above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes: 1 non-slip handle and 9 extension poles (16.3\" each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick assembly by inserting poles and tightening hand clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical set lengths: 5.5 ft, 8 ft, 13 ft and extendable reach when standing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e0.4mm stainless steel wall thickness for strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this picker protect delicate fruit from damage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iron basket has a protective foam pad and a basket gap sized to cradle fruit while teeth guide stems into the basket. The foam cushion reduces impact and abrasion so soft fruits arrive in better condition than with rigid grabbers. The basket’s anti-corrosion finish preserves its shape and prevents sharp rust from touching fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBasket diameter: 5.5\" with 0.79\" gap spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded foam pad cushions fruit during capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnti-rust coating prevents corrosion and sharp edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTeeth help release stems without squeezing fruit excessively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow heavy and durable is the tool for repeated seasonal use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing about 2.7 lbs, the Oak Leaf picker is light enough to use for extended picking sessions with less wrist fatigue than heavier models. The internal stainless-steel poles are engineered at 0.4mm thickness to resist bending while keeping weight low. Durable clamps and metal basket construction make it suitable for many harvest seasons when stored and rinsed after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal weight: approx. 2.7 lbs for easy handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless-steel pole interior (0.4mm) prevents flexing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouble metal hand-tight clamps avoid tool dependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnti-corrosion finish for long-term outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich fruits and picking situations is this ideal for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oak Leaf pole is designed for a wide variety of tree and vine fruits where stems can be hooked or pulled into a basket: apples, pears, peaches, plums, citrus, mangoes, persimmons and more. It eliminates the need to balance on ladders or climb ladders for moderate heights, helps at orchard maintenance days and suits small-scale commercial use when many trees are within reach. The tool is especially useful where gentle fruit handling is important to reduce bruising and loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for apples, plums, oranges, avocados, peaches, mangoes, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood for backyard orchards, community gardens, small farms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest for picking from ground level up to tall branches with standing reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConvenient for seniors or helpers who should avoid ladders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Oak Leaf Fruit Picker Pole with Basket is made for home gardeners, small orchard owners and caregivers who want a lightweight, rust-resistant tool to harvest tree fruit safely from the ground. It’s also a practical choice for volunteers and produce rescuers who need adjustable reach, gentle handling and quick, tool-free assembly to speed seasonal harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I extend the pole beyond 13 ft?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The kit assembles to 13 ft from sections, and with standing reach users commonly access branches up to about 20 ft. Extra poles would be needed for longer fixed length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need tools to tighten the clamp?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—upgraded double metal clamps tighten by hand so you can assemble and adjust the basket without a screwdriver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Oak Leaf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56833249673556,"sku":"B082B1MM3K","price":64.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/oak-leaf-front-view-basket-and-pole.jpg?v=1787039247","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/oak-leaf-fruit-picker-pole-with-basket-13-ft-telescoping-harvest-tool-lightweight-rust-resistant","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}