I've had good luck with Ladino in NE Kansas. Rapid establishment, good germination, low growth, good persistence (going on 4th year). I recommend it.
My Durana is supposed to last longer, but took couple of years to get well established. Germination was more inconsistent & patchy. It's also low growing and smaller leaves.
I mow on the highest setting 3 times a year to keep weeds down. I'd suggest frost seeding this March. If you're planting a pure stand, don't fertilize, as the clover doesn't need it and it will encourage weed/grass growth. Haven't had a problem with bees, but I wear boots and pants. For everything you'd ever want to know about planting/maintaining clover, search it with "QDMA", which will take you to their forum. Good luck!
