Ask the Expert: Can I move and re-plant a bamboo plant

My friend is getting rid of her bamboo plant and I said I’d love to have it but I’m unsure if its safe to dig up and move the bamboo plant and re-plant it somewhere else.  Do you have any tips to ensure it survives?  The soil I will be planting it in is hard and has shade in places and sun in others.  I look forward to your response.