Charity Oregon grape holly (Mahonia ‘Charity’) originated as a hybrid between Mahonia japonica and Mahonia lomariifolia at the Donard Nursery in Northern Ireland. This statuesque evergreen shrub is an outstanding specimen during the winter, when it produces an explosion of sprays of golden-yellow flowers at the tip of each compound stem of blue-green, pinnate leaves. The dramatic frond-like leaves grow in whorls along coarsely branched stems. This plant's bluish-purple berries are very attractive in late summer and fall, when it attracts birds and butterflies. The beautiful foliage and 10- to 15-foot upright growth habit (if not pruned) make Charity Oregon grape holly a strong focal point in the winter garden. Unfortunately, it is not hardy enough to be grown outdoors in the Chicago region.